Good morning, Yuma.

Local water policy experts and community leaders are weighing data center expansion amid plans for about 86 new sites while new builds must meet strict municipal water supply rules.

Sarah Porter from ASU notes that advances in cooling technology are reducing water use to help address ongoing drought concerns.

University of Arizona professor Dr. Jeffrey Silvertooth explained that local growers use pre-irrigation (a method to add moisture before planting) to help seeds germinate and support young plant growth; he said this early care sets a strong foundation for a healthy growing season.

San Luis officials noted that water samples testing at .089 mg per liter exceed the state limit (0.080 mg per liter), though they confirmed the water remains safe.

The city has taken steps and expects a new water line by October amid a 90-day state review.

Amazon announced Monday that it is forming a coalition with over 30 companies to fund water conservation fixes along the Colorado River Basin, including projects to reduce leakage and enhance irrigation for local farms (the work is separate from its data center goals).