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In Brazil, a proposed 1-GW AI data center has blindsided residents in Paracatu, where groundwater demand already exceeds 100%. The massive project threatens fragile Cerrado springs in a region plagued by water conflicts, highlighting the global footprint of the AI energy boom. 🧵

mongabay.ccHuge AI data center project blindsides water-stressed town in BrazilAs water wells turn to dust, local leaders learn of the massive facility firsthand from reporters.

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An investigation by Naira Hofmeister for #Mongabay and @intercept.com.br, with the support of @pulitzercenter.org.

mongabay.ccHuge AI data center project blindsides water-stressed town in BrazilAs water wells turn to dust, local leaders learn of the massive facility firsthand from reporters.

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