AI data center boom widens Texas water funding shortfall — A new UT Austin study warns that rapid data center growth could significantly increase Texas water demand by 2040.
Author: Alan Day
Lake Powell on track for worst water year on record
Lake Powell and much of Utah is on track for the worst water year on record.
Source: Lake Powell on track for worst water year on record | The Salt Lake Tribune
Corpus Christi proposes increased water usage limits and surcharges amid drought plan changes | kiiitv.com
Corpus Christi city manager proposes changes to the drought contingency plan, including higher water use baselines and surcharges for overuse, pending council approval.
Could this $1.3B project save Corpus Christi’s water?
Officials keep warning the Texas coastal city could run out of water soon.
Source: Could this $1.3B project save Corpus Christi’s water? | mySA
City manager announces new water proposals. How will this affect your family?
C.C. City Manager Peter Zanoni announced doing away with residential fines and increasing the amount of water used by local households. Operation of city pools, splash pads were also discussed.
Source: City manager announces new water proposals. How will this affect your family? | KRIS 6
Corpus Christi Water Crisis: Industrial Risk & Drought on the Gulf Coast – BIC Magazine
Years of drought and surging industrial demand have pushed Corpus Christi’s water supply to the edge.
Source: Corpus Christi Water Crisis: Industrial Risk & Drought on the Gulf Coast | BIC Magazine
Houston’s chief water officer takes lessons learned in Corpus Christi to new role
HOUSTON — All eyes are on the South Texas city of Corpus Christi as it works to figure out what’s next for its water supply.
Source: Houston’s chief water officer takes lessons learned in Corpus Christi to new role | Spectrum News
Texas city backs off strict water ban—even under active emergency plan
Corpus Christi is preparing to ease key water-use restrictions even as the city continues operating under a declared drought response plan, raising questions about how officials are balancing conservation demands with everyday water needs.
Source: Texas city backs off strict water ban—even under active emergency plan | Chron
Weekend Gardener: Lawn maintenance
There are some apps available to help you learn about the best times and how much to water your lawn.
Recently proposed data centers raise concerns about water, growth in Hays County
As several data centers have been proposed across Hays County in recent years, local leaders, environmental advocates and industry officials are debating what the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure could mean for Central Texas.
Source: Recently proposed data centers raise concerns about water, growth in Hays County | KXAN