Gov. Abbott orders crackdown on water use reports from data centers
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the State Water Development Board to increase enforcement on data centers regarding water use reporting requirements. The move comes amid concerns that some data centers may be failing to comply with these regulations, potentially facing civil or criminal charges.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a crackdown on water use reporting from data centers across the state. The Governor today directed the State Water Development Board to compel major water users, including data centers, to adhere to existing reporting requirements.
Governor Abbott emphasized that there will be legal consequences, including potential civil and even criminal violations, for any entity that fails to comply with these regulations. The directive indicates a heightened focus on accountability for water consumption by data centers in Texas.