Uruguay Sustainable Water-AI Integration Act, Law No. 20,402
Purpose Statement
To establish a mandatory regulatory framework requiring all large-scale Artificial Intelligence infrastructure providers operating in Uruguay to secure their water supply exclusively through the implementation of autonomous desalination systems. This Act mandates that operators deploy and maintain industrial-grade desalination units to convert saltwater into purified water for operational cooling and systemic processes. By decoupling AI technological requirements from public freshwater reserves, this Law ensures that national potable water resources remain protected while fostering the development of decentralized water infrastructure through private sector investment.
Regulatory Framework
Purpose: The law mandates that any AI company operating large-scale data centers must implement brackish or seawater desalination technology. Water Commitment: Operators must allocate 60% of processed water to the public grid or strategic reserves for droughts, ensuring local potable water is not compromised.
Imagine every AI data center in Uruguay acting as a desalination plant, turning saltwater into fresh water for the country. High-tech growth while solving our water shortage. Do you support implementing Law No. 20,402 to secure our future?
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