Texas faith groups unite to challenge data-center boom over water and ethics
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In Texas, a cross-partisan coalition of faith leaders and believers opposes the rapid growth of data centers, arguing they threaten water and power resources and clash with religious values; the debate draws on biblical and theological themes, with supporters urging responsible innovation and opponents citing environmental and social concerns, illustrating how faith can shape infrastructure policy.
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