EPA to Review Meta’s Data Center Water Impact

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has agreed to scrutinize Meta Inc.’s data center operations. The review will focus on the facilities’ impact on local water supplies. EPA officials cited concerns about potential contamination linked to the data centers. Meta’s infrastructure includes large cooling systems that rely on water usage. The agency plans to assess compliance with existing water protection regulations. Findings could influence future environmental oversight of tech company data centers. Meta has not yet commented on the pending investigation. The review underscores growing regulatory attention on the environmental footprint of digital services.