Texas has struggled to predict how much water its data centers will need. Google is now promising to minimize its footprint, but skeptics remain.

Source: Google pledges $10M for Texas water amid AI data center backlash | Houston Chronicle

“When courage and leadership were badly needed, the Corpus Christi City Council once again completely failed the citizens they represent,” said Gov. Abbott’s office.

Source: Gov. Abbott’s office blasts Corpus Christi city council after inner harbor desalination project delay | kiiitv.com

Google plans to invest $10 million into water resources in Texas.

Source: Google creating $10M Texas water impact fund | kvue.com

Google is pledging $10 million for Texas water projects as the company looks to expand its data center footprint.

Source: Google commits $10M to Texas water as part of national initiative | USA Today

Google announced a $10 million fund to support water projects in Texas, aiming to improve access, infrastructure, and conservation efforts statewide.

Source: Google launches $10 million water fund to support Texas resources | CBS19

A developing El Niño is already altering Pacific winds and ocean heat, setting up possible shifts in U.S. weather and hurricane seasons in 2026.

Source: El Niño is finally waking up. How it may reshape severe weather | USA Today

BULVERDE, Texas – Residents in Comal County will have a chance Tuesday, June 2, 2026, to ask questions and weigh in on a proposed wastewater discharge tied to L

Source: TCEQ to hold public meeting on Canyon Ranch wastewater plant permit | FoxSA

At least 248 data centers are planned to be built in Texas. Of those, nearly half will be built in unincorporated areas, where county officials are limited in their ability to regulate development, according to a Texas Tribune analysis.

Source: Eight data centers threaten to transform this small Texas county. Local officials say they have no power to stop them. | KBTX

Bell County commissioners are set to discuss a possible data center moratorium as residents raise concerns about water use, power demands and growth.

Source: Bell County commissioners to discuss possible data center moratorium | kcentv.com

The city of Georgetown is taking another step to secure its future water supply, announcing plans in May to significantly increase the amount of groundwater available to the city. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/georgetown/georgetown-poised-to-expand-water-supply-as-city-plans-for-long-term-growth/

Source: Georgetown poised to expand water supply as city plans for long-term growth | KXAN