Google’s $15 billion India data centre project battles water, wildlife concerns
Summary
Google’s planned $15 billion data centre hub in Andhra Pradesh is facing legal and public opposition over water shortages, wildlife impact and environmental concerns. Activists say the project could strain Visakhapatnam’s already stressed water supply, while the state government and Google defend it as compliant with the law.
Key Points
- Google’s $15 billion India data centre project in Andhra Pradesh is facing mounting legal and activist opposition over water and wildlife concerns.
- Critics say the project could worsen Visakhapatnam’s strained water supply and affect the nearby Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary.
- The state government denies the allegations but says it is open to feedback and redressal if any claims are legitimate.
- Google says the project will follow applicable laws and use advanced air cooling to reduce pressure on local water resources.
