Data center cooling and water use: Trends and innovations from the US, UK, and Australia
June 17, 2026
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Data center design is evolving as we respond to new and changing pressures. As an integral part of today’s society, data centers must react to climate change, grid capacity, water constraints, and more.
Members of our global data centre team discuss these important questions:
- How is data center water use changing?
- Which climate and water scenarios must the data center industry prepare for to remain resilient?
- How are our teams tackling this, from alternative water sources and renewable power solutions to hybrid cooling systems?
- How can you make data center cooling systems more efficient?
- How can data centers support public water networks?
We must design data centers and mission critical facilities to meet today's challenges and prepare for tomorrow's possibilities. Our global data center team offers an end-to-end service and has worked on some of the most pioneering developments in the world.
Podcast participants:
John Major, Vice President, Sector Leader, Mission Critical Facilities
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