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While the use of water-hungry AI becomes normalised, many areas of Britain are suffering from drought

Summary

This editorial cartoon highlights the environmental impact of large-scale AI infrastructure, specifically focusing on the high water consumption required for cooling data centers during periods of resource scarcity. It contrasts the normalization of 'water-hungry' frontier AI systems with the physical reality of drought conditions in Britain. While it addresses the ecological footprint of AI, it does not engage with catastrophic technical risks, alignment, or governance frameworks beyond general social commentary.

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