Why This Matters
This bill aims to provide regular reports on the environmental impact of data centers, including their water usage and energy consumption. It matters because it helps understand how these facilities affect local communities and the environment.
If you live near a data center, you could see changes in your water and electricity services.
Affects: Local communities and residents who rely on water and electricity services.
What changes is this bill making?
1. The bill requires reports on how data centers affect air and water quality. 2. It mandates tracking the total water used and reused by data centers. 3. The bill also looks at greenhouse gas emissions from data centers. 4. It requires data on electricity consumption by data centers every six months. 5. Reports will include how energy use impacts household energy bills.
Who is affected?
Local communities and residents who rely on water and electricity services.