The TCEQ is reviewing Corpus Christi’s request to temporarily pause water releases into the Nueces Estuary, with a decision possible as soon as Aug. 25.

Source: TCEQ could decide soon on request to pause water releases | kiiitv.com

Texas’ data center boom could consume hundreds of thousands of acre-feet of water as AI drives demand, intensifying pressure on an already strained supply.

Source: Running dry: State and local growth collide with a deepening water crisis | Austin Free Press

The Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District (LSGCD) invites the public and water focused stakeholders to participate in the 2026 Lone Star GCD Symposium Celebrating the District’s 25 Anniversary, taking place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 8

Source: Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District invites community to free 2026 Symposium celebrating 25 years of protecting the county’s groundwater | Woodlands Online

Permian electricity demand is soaring as producers electrify drilling and completions, with Diamondback Energy expecting its own power needs to double over the next decade even if production remains flat.

Source: Permian producers drive surging West Texas power demand | World Oil

Austin is considering new regulations for massive AI data centers amid growing concerns over their significant water and energy demands.

Source: Austin weighs AI date center regulations | Austin Current

By Julie TomascikEditorData center development is expanding across the state, and Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) is urging lawmakers to consider how those projects affect water, electricity and agricultural land.Stephen Bauer, TFB District 10 state director and Kerr County rancher, submitted written testimony Aug. 19 to the House Committee on State Affairs as lawmakers studied data

Source: Ag groups weigh impacts of data center development | Texas Farm Bureau

State Rep. Denise Villalobos says the Coastal Bend reached a “worst case scenario” as Texas leaders consider changes to future water planning.

Source: Texas lawmakers examine how to prevent another critical Coastal Bend water shortage | kiiitv.com

The Legislature must rely on developers for information, testifiers told the House State Affairs Committee.

Source: Texas Lacks Statewide Record of Water Use, Local Tax Breaks for Data Centers | Energy | The Texan

Federal agencies warn hackers are using AI-generated scripts to target Siemens PLCs, threatening critical infrastructure like water, food, and energy grids.

Source: AI-fueled attacks pose ‘active threat’ to water, other sectors, U.S. agencies warn | CyberScoop

One thing we’ve seen in past strong El Niño winters is a weird north-south temperature contrast. Here’s what could happen during one of the strongest El Niños.

Source: Super El Niño could flip US winter temperatures upside down | Weather