April 2, 2026
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West Texas Becomes the AI Corridor While the Rest of America Waits
Data centers consumed roughly 385 million gallons annually last summer, less than 0.5% of total regional water demand, per Ceres estimates.
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Ceres is a sustainability-focused investment and advocacy organization that has engaged with Texas energy companies and policymakers on climate risk and renewable energy transition issues.
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Behind the Pledge: 40 GW, No Rules, and Texas Ready to Win Either WayCeres estimated Phoenix-area datacenters consumed about 385 million gallons annually in 2024.
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