A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has formally requested the Department of Energy to provide detailed data on the energy consumption and environmental impact of the nation’s data centers. The inquiry, led by Senators Mark Warner and Jerry Moran, cites the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency mining as key drivers behind surging electricity demand. The senators seek information on current and projected energy use, water consumption for cooling, and the sources of power fueling these facilities. They aim to understand the strain on the electrical grid and assess the need for potential efficiency standards or regulatory oversight to manage the sector’s expanding footprint. The request underscores growing legislative concern over the infrastructure supporting the digital economy. Read the full article at: https://www.wired.com/story/senators-demand-to-know-how-much-energy-data-centers-use/