Can Water and Energy Both Win? Data Center Strategies Changing the Answer

How can data center operators reduce their water footprint without increasing carbon emissions? And which strategies and solutions are actually moving the needle?

Data center cooling and operations strategies require the careful balance of two increasingly scarce resources: water and electricity. This panel examines best practices for navigating that dilemma — from cooling technology choices, to responsible site selection, to potential solutions involving the reuse of waste heat and water. Attendees will leave with armed with a clearer understanding of how their data center usage translates into energy and water impact and how they can push for strategies that honor both water and emissions reduction goals.

The AI x Sustainability in Practice program is open to all. The content goes deep on AI’s applications and impacts, catering to practitioners who want hands-on tools and guidance on real-world tradeoffs.