OpenAI has scrapped plans for a water recycling system at its Australian data centre, a move that tests the company's drive to curb environmental impact, Reuters reported on July 22, 2026. The decision raises questions about the tech industry's ability to balance AI infrastructure expansion with sustainability goals.
Article URL: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/openais-australian-data-centre-drops-water-recycling-plan-testing-drive-curb-2026-07-22/
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