Rep. Jarrells Calls for Immediate Action Regarding Permit on Data Center Water Usage Impact

Ohio State Representative Dontavius L. Jarrells urges the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency to address environmental concerns surrounding the water usage of data centers in Ohio. The proposed EPA permit would expedite wastewater approvals for over 200 data centers statewide, which Jarrells argues risks contaminating the water that communities depend on. Jarrells calls for the EPA to prioritize public health and safety over economic development in their permitting process.