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Data Centers and Water Rules in Shenandoah | Washington DC News
Shenandoah County’s water advisory committee is sounding the alarm on data centers’ growing thirst, demanding stricter rules that force these facilities to tap into public utilities, adopt ultra-efficient cooling tech, and brace for droughts with ironclad contingency plans — all while reporting usage like a public utility. While details are still up for debate — including whether mandating public systems might scare off eco-friendly projects — the push for transparency and sustainability is gaining steam. The committee also wants a groundwater health check before any new industrial wells are…
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