Amazon Data Centers Water Usage in Ohio

proposed and operating

The project involves the operation and proposed expansion of Amazon data center facilities in Central Ohio, including New Albany, Hilliard, and Dublin regions. These data centers consume significant amounts of water, raising concerns about water supply and quality in the area. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a draft permit regulating wastewater discharges from these facilities, but it does not specify nitrate limits. The project highlights the need for zero-water cooling systems to reduce water consumption and environmental impact.