Data Center Regulation and Water Conservation
Summary
Amid rising local concern over massive water and power consumption by data centers, the commissioners adopted a resolution asking the state to study environmental impacts, mandate closed-loop cooling systems in water-constrained areas, and review sales tax exemptions.
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Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential changes to state sales tax exemptions and regional infrastructure demands could affect local economies.
Local residents and agricultural/municipal water users benefit from stronger protections against regional water depletion.
Data center developers and proponents of tech-sector tax incentives.
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Commissioners Court - May 14, 2026
Amid rising local concern over massive water and power consumption by data centers, the commissioners adopted a resolution asking the state to study environmental impacts, mandate closed-loop cooling systems in water-constrained areas, and review sales tax exemptions.
New data center planned near New Braunfels and San Marcos sparks debate
New data center planned near New Braunfels and San Marcos sparks debate Community Impact
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