… At least 36 states now offer tax incentives to attract data center projects. But a backlash is growing in tandem — at least 12 states have filed moratorium bills this legislative cycle to pause new data center construction while they sort out impacts on electric grids, water supplies and public health. Against that backdrop, the closed-door “Data x Power” summit in Jackson April 1-2 will convene about 50 senior leaders from hyperscale technology companies, energy developers, government agencies and academia to explore whether Wyoming belongs in the conversation.

Other data center water use news:

• The Nevada Independent: Opinion: Is the driest state in the U.S. prepared for data centers’ unquenchable thirst?