Data Center or Disaster

Residents near San Marcos are rallying against a proposed data center that could slurp half a million gallons of water daily, sparking fears of environmental harm, noise, heat, and livestock impacts. With local water sources already stretched thin, the project’s secrecy around treated wastewater discharge has raised red flags about pollution risks to York Creek. Despite overwhelming public opposition, county officials tout potential tax revenue to fix crumbling schools and strained services. The utility board delayed a decision, caught between community outcry and legal limits on their power — a growing statewide dilemma as Texas grapples with the water and energy demands of booming data centers. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9bb9124939d14590