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Edition #170 · Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 3933 positive stories
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A Startup Has a Plan to Make Water From Air Using Data Centers’ Waste Heat

Wired Science 2026-10-07
A Startup Has a Plan to Make Water From Air Using Data Centers’ Waste Heat

A startup called Atoco has developed a machine that can extract water from dry air, even in extremely arid environments, without needing any external power source. The machines use specialized materials to accomplish this feat. This technology could potentially be used with data centers' waste heat.

Why it's good news: It offers a potential solution for areas struggling with water scarcity, by harnessing previously unusable air and providing a new source of clean water.

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