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News ClipHoodline·El Segundo, Los Angeles County, CA

Rainmaker Pitches Cloud Seeding to Ease Data Center Water Fears

A Southern California startup, Rainmaker, is pitching cloud seeding as a solution to data centers' increasing water consumption and the resulting public backlash. While Rainmaker claims its technology can bring more water back to the ground, critics question its effectiveness and argue it's a distraction from the fundamental sustainability challenges. Meanwhile, California lawmakers have adopted new bills requiring data center developers to disclose water usage and contribute to local infrastructure.

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Microsoft Google

9/8/2026

News ClipThe San Francisco Standard·CA

Tech Companies Explore Cloud Seeding Amid Data Center Water Scrutiny

Tech companies are exploring controversial cloud seeding technology to address the significant water consumption issues of data centers. This initiative, spearheaded by the Southern California startup Rainmaker, comes amidst growing public and governmental opposition to data centers, particularly in drought-prone areas. While some tech giants are implementing water recycling, artificial rainmaking is being considered as a direct solution to mitigate environmental concerns and public backlash over water usage.

water environmental opposition government

Microsoft Google

9/8/2026