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Thirsty data centers would have to report water use under Utah bill
Utah’s data centers would have to report to the state how much water they’re using every year under a proposal advancing at the state Legislature. The vast centers housing rows of servers would have to pay up if they don’t disclose water use, said Rep. Jill Koford, R-Ogden. The bill she’s sponsoring would fine them $10,000 for every day they’re out of compliance. “We’re very serious about protecting Utah water and making sure that we’re using it wisely,” Koford said. A legislative water development panel agreed, voting unanimously Thursday to send the proposal to ...
