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AI Data Centers: Why They Use So Much Water and Power

Nov 7, 2026

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Data Center Map: Here

The Pour Over is a Christ-first, politically neutral news podcast. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, we cover the day's biggest stories in ~10 minutes, and pair the biggest headlines with brief biblical reminders. Every Saturday, TPO Explains does a shallow dive into your most-asked questions. Today's episode: AI Data Centers: Why They Use So Much Water and Power.

What actually happens when you Google something or save a photo to the cloud? Kathleen and KA break down what data centers are, why AI data centers use so much electricity and water, and what critics and supporters say about them. Plus: how to check for a data center near you, a Christian perspective on technology, and a prayer for when AI is in the news.

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