Data centers are expanding rapidly and placing heavy demands on local water and power supplies. Municipalities must decide whether to raise taxes to cover the costs. The piece argues that residents bear the burden while data centers consume resources without contributing enough back.
Ongoing drought has pushed Lake Powell to critically low levels along the Colorado River, threatening water supplies for millions across the western United States. The reservoir's continued decline raises urgent questions about allocation agreements among seven states and Mexico. The editorial highlights the severity of the water loss and calls for immediate policy action to address overuse and climate-driven shortages.
