Columbus councilmember targets data center water use with new proposals

News ClipThe Columbus Dispatch·Columbus, Franklin County, OH·7/22/2026

A Columbus councilmember has introduced new proposals aimed at regulating water usage by data centers within the city. These measures are intended to address the environmental impact of data center operations and their demand on local water resources.

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Columbus councilmember targets data center water use with new proposals  The Columbus Dispatch