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Data Center Energy and Water Disclosure Act

数据中心能源与水资源披露法案
California State Government·Published 2026-09-23·Checked by 管理员 on 2026-09-25

California Governor signed bills requiring data centers to disclose their electricity and water usage, aiming to give communities better data and more say on how data centers impact their local resources.

What it means for you

  • Data center operators must disclose their energy and water consumption data
  • Communities will gain information to assess the impact of data centers on local electricity prices and water supply
  • AI infrastructure expansion will face stricter community oversight and transparency requirements
  • What to do

    ComplianceAssess and document energy and water usage at data centers
    EngineeringEstablish systems to collect and store energy and water consumption data
    LegalPrepare reports on energy and water usage for disclosure to communities and regulators

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    2026-09-23Published

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