SB400

Requiring data centers to use closed-loop cooling systems to mitigate water consumption.

Introduced·1/27/26
Introduced Text

Kansas SB400 mandates large data centers to use closed-loop cooling systems to reduce water consumption.

Kansas SB400 requires large load data centers to adopt closed-loop cooling systems to mitigate water consumption. These systems prevent water vapors from being exposed or discharged into the atmosphere. The bill allows legal action against violators, including injunctions. A large load data center is defined as one with a monthly maximum electrical demand of megawatts or more.

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Utilities Committee
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History

Jan 28

Senate

Senate Referred to Committee on Utilities

Jan 27

Senate

Senate Introduced