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Can’t cook or shower: Indonesians take aim at data centers

Indonesians protest data centre boom due to water shortages.

By · Published November 8, 2026  21:34 UTC · Updated November 8, 2026  22:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Indonesians protest data centre boom due to water shortages.
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Water disruptions have been reported near data centers on the Indonesian island of Batam. UA.NEWS reported residents protesting water disruptions on the island, citing concerns over competition with data centers for fresh water.

NST Online noted that Indonesians are protesting the data center boom, specifically citing the lack of water for cooking and bathing. No contradiction between outlets has been found, with all sources emphasizing the water shortages and protests.

The situation remains unresolved, with ongoing protests against data centers in Southeast Asia.

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What are the concerns of the protesters?

The protesters are concerned about the lack of water for cooking and bathing due to competition with data centers for fresh water.

Where are the protests taking place?

The protests are taking place in Indonesia and Malaysia, specifically on the Indonesian island of Batam and in areas with expanding data centers.

What is the current state of the protests?

The situation remains unresolved, with ongoing protests against data centers in Southeast Asia.

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