South Dakota SB128 updates regulations for large-use customers of utilities, focusing on data centers and electric service contracts.

South Dakota SB128 mandates that large-use customers, specifically data centers, must cooperate with local water providers to ensure their water consumption aligns with local water supply. These customers must implement closed-loop cooling technology to limit water withdrawal. The bill also requires large-use customers to negotiate and enter into written contracts with electric utility providers, specifying contract duration, estimated start date, and payment obligations.

South Dakota SB128 updates regulations for large-use customers of utilities, focusing on data centers and electric service contracts.

South Dakota SB128 mandates that large-use customers, specifically data centers, must cooperate with local water providers to ensure their water consumption aligns with local water supply. These customers must implement closed-loop cooling technology to limit water withdrawal. The bill also requires large-use customers to negotiate and enter into written contracts with electric utility providers, specifying contract duration, estimated start date, and payment obligations.