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flag A Wisconsin data center expansion, set to open in 2026, will use up to 8.44 million gallons of water yearly—12 Olympic pools—sparking local concerns over transparency and environmental impact.

flag A data center expansion in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, set to begin operations in 2026, is projected to use up to 8.44 million gallons of water annually—equivalent to about 12 Olympic-sized pools—far exceeding earlier claims of only four pools. flag While the initial phase uses around 2.81 million gallons, the full 15-center expansion will significantly increase demand. flag Water use for electricity generation, which accounts for 92.5% of U.S. data center water consumption, is not included in these figures. flag Local officials and residents have raised concerns over lack of transparency, as companies often withhold detailed water usage data. flag The project is part of Wisconsin’s growing tech sector, contributing an estimated $1 billion to the state’s economy, but long-term environmental and community impacts remain under scrutiny.

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