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Virginia study on groundwater, data centers calls for tighter water regulations
Virginia released a study on groundwater depletion in its eastern region, linking declines to population growth and data center water use. The report urges stricter regulations on water withdrawals, including enhanced oversight of industrial permits and alternative water sources, as groundwater availability is projected to decrease.
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