This page contains vetted resources, research studies, public records, and templates to help community members stay informed and take action.
December 20, 2025
Water Usage and Aquifer Impact Key Research Studies Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC) Water Consumption Study (2025) HARC projects Texas data centers will consume 49 billion gallons in 2025, rising to 399 billion gallons by 2030 - representing 6.6% of Texas’ total water use Texas Tribune Coverage Newsweek Report “Data Drain: The Land and Water Impacts of the AI Boom” Lincoln Institute of Land Policy (October 2025) Analyzes how data centers in Texas would draw down the largest US reservoir by 16 feet annually, with water lost primarily to evaporation rather than treatable wastewater
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Letter & Testimony Templates Download these templates to communicate effectively with elected officials and participate in public meetings. Public Comment Templates Public Testimony Template (PDF) 2-minute template for city council and commissioners court meetings. Includes tips for effective testimony. Public Testimony Template (Word) Editable version for customization Written Comment Template (PDF) For submitting written comments when you can’t attend in person Elected Official Letter Templates City Council Letter Template (PDF)
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