Sunday, 15 March, 2026
Sydney’s Data Centre Expansion Sparks Water Crisis Fears Amid Weak Usage Rules
By Isha
In New South Wales, Australia, ten data centre projects by companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and AirTrunk have been approved without strict, measurable water-conservation plans. Collectively, they are expected to use up to 9.6 gigalitres annually — nearly 2% of Sydney’s max supply — raising concerns amid drought risks. Local councils are pushing back, calling for moratoriums and greater oversight as drinking water demand and climate stress grow.
Read full story at Economic Times