AI data centers are increasingly being established in tropical regions, including Latin America and Southeast Asia, to meet the growing demands of artificial intelligence. In Querétaro, Mexico, the construction of new data centers is raising alarms among local communities, who are already facing water shortages due to climate change. Activists argue that these developments prioritize corporate interests over community needs, likening the situation to a new form of colonialism. The energy and water demands of these facilities are immense, with projections indicating a significant increase in global power consumption by 2030. Critics warn that the environmental toll could undermine efforts to combat climate change, as the industry continues to expand without adequate regulation or consideration for local impacts.