Governor Newsom Vetoes Data Center Water Reporting Bill Amid Tech Growth in California
Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed California bill AB 93, which would have mandated data centers to report water usage. The veto comes amid rising demand for data center capacity driven by artificial intelligence. Legislators argue that such reporting is crucial for local water source protection, highlighting the conflict between innovation and sustainability. Concerns rise for smaller cities like San Luis Obispo regarding the impact of tech growth on water resources.
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Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed California bill AB 93, which would have required data centers to report their water usage. The bill was vetoed due to the high demand for data center capacity driven by artificial intelligence.
Legislators, including Assembly member Diane Papan, argue that the bill could have provided vital information for localities to manage water resources. Concerns are growing about the ability of smaller cities like San Luis Obispo to support technological advances and the potential impact on their water supply.
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