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Feds Launch Mandatory Energy Audit of US Data Centers
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The real story on data centers' use of power and water
Concerns about data centers' water and power use are addressed, with protections in place to prevent rate hikes and aquifer depletion.
HB2150 Data Center Energy and Water Consumption Reporting
What changed HB2150 establishes new annual reporting obligations for data centers operating in Pennsylvania, requiring disclosure of both energy consumption and water consumption metrics to state authorities. The bill passed the House with final passage on April 13, 2026, after adoption of House Amendment A02529 on March 2, 2026.
New Land Use and Environmental Disclosure Rules for Data Centers
California is pursuing a series of legislative efforts to reshape land use approvals for data centers, as well as renewable energy and energy storage projects. Proposed legislation aims to address the environmental impacts, community involvement, and electricity rates associated with these facilities.
