10/07/2026
As data centers continue to expand across the country, their impact on local water resources is a conversation the water well industry can no longer afford to sit out.
How states regulate large water withdrawals varies significantly. Some require a permit before a single gallon is pumped. Others rely on registration and reporting. And in 14 states, significant regulatory gaps remain.
WSC Legal Advisor Jesse Richardson has been examining what this means for groundwater, private wells, and the professionals who serve them.
More insights coming soon. 💧