Summary
In Fayette County, Georgia, a woman named Beverly Morris says a nearby Meta data center has affected her well water supply. She reports issues like low water pressure and sediment buildup, but Meta denies any connection between the data center's operations and her water problems. The construction of data centers across the U.S., including in Georgia, has raised concerns about their environmental impact and water usage.
Key Facts
- Beverly Morris lives 400 yards from a Meta-owned data center in Fayette County, Georgia.
- Morris reports low water pressure and sediment in her private well, affecting her home water use.
- Meta conducted an independent study, which found no adverse effects on groundwater from the data center.
- The increase in data centers is linked to a surge in online activities like artificial intelligence.
- Data centers require large amounts of water to cool servers, potentially using millions of gallons daily.
- Georgia is a growing market for data centers due to its humid climate, which helps in cooling.
- Local activist groups in the U.S. challenge data center projects due to concerns over environmental impact.
