Water

Data centers require significant amounts of water. But state lawmakers say they do not have reliable information about how much water the industry is consuming — and how that will impact the state’s water-scarce future.

The city is looking into emergency conservation measures as most options for additional water have been tapped or are years from completion.

After years of drought and rising demand, Corpus Christi's water supply is nearing critical levels, raising concerns for residents and one of the nation's largest energy hubs.

Small towns around Corpus Christi worry where they'll fall on the pecking order if the region's water runs out.

City leaders intend to make unprecedented cuts to water use in September, but they aren't sure exactly how.

A recent study reveals the significant and largely unaccounted-for pressure that the rapid expansion of data centers is placing on Texas’ water resources. The number of massive data centers is surging in Texas, placing a strain on the grid. They are also demanding a lot of water that many areas just don't have.

The plan builds upon an existing discharge line currently being used for irrigation.

Residents have long complained of bad tastes, ruined appliances and high water bills. Some have spent thousands on water treatment systems for their homes.

As reservoirs fall below 10% of capacity, council members are expected to provide an update on the city’s dwindling water supply and when customers might have to cut back on water use.

Under a new agreement, Mexico will release 202,000 acre-feet of water to the U.S. beginning this week.