Controversy and Community Concerns Surround New Mexico Data Center Projects

Developers of the proposed $165 billion Project Jupiter data center in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, revealed it would use about 7.2 million gallons of water annually, comparable to local industrial operations, raising concerns among residents about water scarcity and infrastructure. The project features a closed-loop cooling system and is part of a larger debate over resource use, community trust, and economic benefits, with a final decision by Doña Ana County commissioners upcoming.