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House Energy and Commerce Committee moves to address data center water use
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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The House Energy and Commerce Committee is advancing measures to regulate and reduce water usage in data centers across the United States. This legislative movement aims to address the environmental impact of data centers’ water consumption and promote sustainable resource management.
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US data centre operators face new water use restrictions that will shift operational priorities. You need to assess your water dependency now or risk regulatory hurdles that could delay expansion.
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