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AI is improving water efficiency in agriculture and data center operations. Kilimo, an Argentinian startup, offers an AI-powered irrigation platform that reduces water use by up to 30% in Chile's Biobío region by ensuring precise watering based on data and weather conditions.

Farmers benefit financially from verified water savings through credits sold to companies wanting to offset their water use. Meanwhile, U.S. data centers consumed approximately 183 terawatt-hours of electricity in 2024, contributing to 2% of global electricity use.

Despite the increase in internet users and traffic, data center energy consumption has grown moderately due to efficiency improvements, many supported by AI technologies. For example, Equinix in Frankfurt utilizes AI for real-time energy and cooling management, enhancing operational efficiency by 9%.