Chile: Data Centre Drought

Synopsis

Water scarcity in Chile is exacerbated by the growing presence of data centres on the outskirts of Santiago, operated by major tech companies like Google. These facilities require vast amounts of water for cooling their servers, significantly impacting local water resources. The situation highlights the tension between technological advancement and environmental sustainability, as the socialist government promotes digital infrastructure while communities face dwindling water supplies. This documentary examines the consequences of prioritizing data over essential natural resources.