According to @timnitGebru, a discussion with @kortizart and journalist Karen Hao on social media underscores the ongoing debate about the real-world community impacts of AI data centers, particularly regarding water consumption. Karen Hao’s reporting, cited in the conversation, reveals that large-scale AI data centers can significantly strain local water resources, contradicting claims that such operations have 'no community impacts.' This issue is critical as businesses and municipalities consider the sustainability and social responsibility of expanding AI infrastructure, especially given the increasing demand for data-driven services. Stakeholders are encouraged to assess water management practices and prioritize transparency to mitigate negative effects and capitalize on responsible AI growth opportunities (Source: x.com/_KarenHao/status/1990791958726652297; twitter.com/timnitGebru/status/1991299310718447864).