Status: ✅ Completed - Active since September 2024

Applies to: All EU data centers with installed IT power demand exceeding 500kW

Key Requirements:

• Annual water consumption reporting (total m³)
• Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) metrics
• Water source documentation (municipal, recycled, etc.)
• Waste heat recovery reporting

Current Compliance Status:

• ✓ Water metering systems installed
• ✓ Data collection procedures established
• ✓ Water sources documented
• ✓ WUE metrics calculated monthly
• ✓ Reporting responsibilities assigned

Next Steps: Continue monthly monitoring and prepare for annual report submission

Status: ✅ Completed - Reports submitted May 15, 2025

Scope: First mandatory submission covering 2024 data

Submitted Report Contents:

• Complete 2024 water consumption data
• Monthly WUE calculations
• Water conservation initiatives documentation
• Third-party verification (where applicable)

Regulatory Updates Pending:

• EU Commission reviewing data from all facilities
• Potential minimum WUE standards by Q4 2025
• Water recycling requirements under consideration
• Enhanced restrictions for water-stressed regions

Next Actions:

• Monitor EU Commission recommendations (due Sept 2025)
• Continue monthly data collection for 2025
• Prepare for potential new requirements
• Plan technology upgrades if standards tighten

Key Learning: Average EU data center WUE reported at 1.8 L/kWh, with best performers achieving <0.5 L/kWh

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Jurisdiction: All California data centers

Key Provisions:

• Mandatory recycled water cooling systems for new facilities
• Waterless landscaping requirements
• Tax credits for sustainable cooling adoption
• Annual water usage reporting to state authorities

Compliance Requirements:

• Retrofit existing cooling systems (phased approach)
• Install recycled water infrastructure
• Implement drought contingency plans
• Monthly water usage monitoring

Financial Implications:

• Up to 20% tax credits for qualifying investments
• Estimated $2-5M retrofit costs per facility
• 25-40% reduction in water costs
• 2-4 year ROI with incentives

Implementation: Throughout 2027

Scope: All Singapore data centers

Mandatory Standards:

• WUE ≤2.0m³/MWh within 10 years of operation
• Facilities using >60,000m³ annually subject to enhanced requirements
• Mandatory Water Efficiency Management Practices (MWEMP)
• Annual audits by certified professionals

Technology Requirements:

• Advanced metering infrastructure
• Real-time monitoring systems
• Automated leak detection
• Water recycling capabilities

Penalties for Non-Compliance:

• Warning letters and improvement notices
• Financial penalties up to S$10,000/day
• Potential suspension of operations
• Public disclosure of violations

Timeline: Expected by 2030

Vision: Net water-positive data center operations

Anticipated Requirements:

• 100% water recycling for cooling systems
• Water replenishment programs mandatory
• Zero freshwater consumption targets
• Community water project contributions

Technology Implications:

• Transition to air-free cooling systems
• Liquid immersion cooling adoption
• Closed-loop system requirements
• Heat recovery and reuse mandates

Strategic Planning:

• Begin technology transition by 2027
• Establish water offset programs
• Partner with local water authorities
• Invest in alternative water sources
• Plan for 5-7 year implementation timeline

Market Impact: Early adopters will gain significant competitive advantages in site selection and operational costs