As Data Centers Proliferate Across Illinois, Communities Grapple with How to Supply the Necessary Water

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By By Susan CosierJun 16, 2025, 4:55 am130 pts
Computing facilities require lots of water to operate, putting the burden of allocating resources on municipalities. By Susan Cosier Illinois is already a top destination for data centers, and more are coming. One small Chicago suburb alone has approved one large complex and has proposals for two more.

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