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Wyoming tightens wastewater rules after Meta datacenter contractor flushed contaminated water

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Officials in Wyoming said a contractor for Meta flushed bacteria-contaminated water into public sewers during construction of a controversial AI datacenter, prompting Cheyenne water authorities to implement strict safety regulations for wastewater disposal. Meta said it is working to be a good neighbor and that drinking water supplies were not affected.

SourceThe Guardian AIAuthor: Richard Luscombe
Wyoming tightens wastewater rules after Meta datacenter contractor flushed contaminated water
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Meta said it was working with officials to be a ‘good neighbor’ and drinking water supplies were not affected

Officials in Wyoming said a contractor for Mark Zuckerberg’s tech company, Meta, flushed bacteria-contaminated water into public sewers during construction of a controversial new AI datacenter.

The incident prompted water authorities in Cheyenne to implement strict safety regulations on how wastewater from such projects is disposed of, according to the Wyoming Tribune Eagle, which first reported the incident.

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  • A Meta contractor discharged bacteria-contaminated water into sewers while building an AI datacenter.
  • Cheyenne water authorities responded with new wastewater disposal rules.
  • Meta confirmed drinking water remains safe and is cooperating with officials.

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