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This bill proposes new requirements for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers to improve their energy and environmental efficiency. Specifically, the legislation would mandate that AI data centers derive at least 50% of their energy from renewable sources, implement energy storage systems and modern electrical grid infrastructure, and adopt water conservation measures. The bill also requires these data centers to annually report their energy consumption, water usage, and greenhouse gas emissions. To incentivize compliance and technological advancement, the legislation would provide tax credits, grants, and research funding to support the development of these more sustainable AI data centers. The overall purpose is to reduce the environmental impact of the rapidly growing AI technology sector by encouraging more sustainable practices in the energy-intensive facilities that power artificial intelligence computing systems.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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