Austin's trying to get a handle on how much water buildings are using to find ways to save. The goal is to ensure there's enough water for all residents, especially as the city grows.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 3 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Saving water means saving money on your utility bills!
Everyone who lives in Austin benefits from a more secure water supply.
No groups negatively affected
Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin are calling for transparency in data center water use after new studies suggest the industry could potentially account for up to 9% of the state's water usage within the next 20 years.
In the past years, two data centers have been constructed and a third was approved for zoning in Round Rock on Feb 12.
Under the changes, customers may hand-water lawns and wash cars on designated days and times.
Water Benchmarking City of Austin (.gov)
Austin Returns to Conservation Stage Watering Restrictions City of Austin (.gov)
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