The Pima County Health Department has released a public health review aimed at providing a framework for evaluating the environmental and health impacts of data centers in the county. As data center projects proliferate in Arizona, the review highlights previously lacking guidelines and identifies 21 potential pathways for environmental and health risks, such as air and water quality impacts and increased rates of respiratory diseases. Responding to these concerns, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has called for a statewide pause on new data center constructions until the state can address its water and power supply issues, particularly in light of current vulnerabilities related to heat and water resources.
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