The facility will use treated water to irrigate a 20-acre rehabilitation plot north of the site.
Source: Orla produced water treatment facility opens in Texas | MRT
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Rowan CEO responds to Abbott’s new Texas data center audits | ‘Communities have a right to know’ | kcentv.com
Greg Abbott is ordering new audits of Texas data centers as Temple developer Rowan says it supports increased regulations over power, water and community impacts.
Corpus Christi Seeks to Block Referendum on Industrial Water Charge – Inside Climate News
The Fair Water Amendment, a provision for the November ballot, would steeply increase the cost of water for chemical plants and refineries during drought.
Source: Corpus Christi Seeks to Block Referendum on Industrial Water Charge | Inside Climate News
Hackers Are Coming for Your Tap Water | U.S. News Decision Points | U.S. News
A flurry of recent cyberattacks shows a new battleground for which local authorities are ill-prepared.
Source: Hackers Are Coming for Your Tap Water | U.S. News Decision Points | U.S. News
Where to find information about data centers in Texas
What information is accessible about a data center project can differ from place to place and depend on whether a project seeks out tax breaks, whether it needs local rezoning or special permits, and how it will get its power and water.
Source: Where to find information about data centers in Texas | The Texas Tribune
Swarms of tiny robots remove microplastics from soil and water
Texas’ data center growth fuels AI boom, debate
Communities and politicians are starting to push back against an industry fueling both the AI boom and a national debate. While supporters argue the economic benefits more than offset any tax break…
Source: Texas’ data center growth fuels AI boom, debate | KXAN
Are Brazos Valley Water Systems Safe From Cyberattacks? Local Officials Say Yes
Both Bryan and College Station say their water systems have not been targeted and are secure, but local officials say they are not taking any chances.
Source: Are Brazos Valley Water Systems Safe From Cyberattacks? Local Officials Say Yes | KBTX
Part of California suddenly sank – and it’s irreversible
An economically vital part of the state recently sank by as much as a foot and a half in a year, new research shows.
Source: Part of California suddenly sank – and it’s irreversible | San Francisco Chronicle
Why it’s so hard to find information about Texas data centers
Data center developers can use nondisclosure agreements and shell companies to shield the details of their deals from the public. Even state officials also say they need more transparency from the industry.
Source: Why it’s so hard to find information about Texas data centers | The Texas Tribune