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Data centers and water tensions in Indonesia (Level A1) — A large bridge spanning over a large body of water

Data centers and water tensions in IndonesiaCEFR A1

21 Apr 2026

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Adapted from Mong Palatino, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0

Photo by Lisa Shauma, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
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  • Many new data centers are being built.
  • AI growth causes more data centers.
  • Data centers need a lot of power.
  • They also need a lot of water.
  • People worry about water for homes.
  • Some people have protested about water.
  • Officials say they will check the systems.
  • Companies say they want sustainable plans.
  • Local people want fair water access.
  • There is a debate about future growth.

Difficult words

  • data center — A place where many computers store and run data
    Data centers
  • sustainable — Using resources without harming the environment
  • protest — A public action to show disagreement
    protested
  • official — A person who works for the government
    Officials
  • access — The ability to use or reach something
  • debate — A public discussion with different opinions

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Discussion questions

  • Do you worry about water in your town?
  • Do you think companies should use sustainable plans?
  • Have you seen a protest near you?

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