California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bills tightening AI data center energy and water rules
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of seven bills aimed at preventing AI data centers from shifting utility costs onto California residents. The legislation directs the California Public Utilities Commission to create a new rate classification for data centers and obligates them to pay for upgrades to local power grids and water infrastructure.\n\nThe bills also require prospective data…
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- Seven bills signed require AI data centers to fund local grid and water system upgrades.
- CPuC must create a new rate classification and enforce water‑use disclosure and efficiency standards.
- Data centers must meet energy, water, and fuel limits to qualify for streamlined approvals.
California tightens rules on AI data center energy and water use
The Verge AI · 21 September 2026
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