An eight-page briefing highlights the environmental impacts of one-gigawatt data centers, which can consume up to 5 million gallons of water daily, emit significant pollution, and create few permanent jobs. Key concerns include the use of toxic chemicals in cooling processes, heavy metals in wastewater, and the strain on municipal water systems, contributing to environmental harm and health risks.
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