As Texas becomes a hotspot for data centers, local residents and officials are increasingly voicing concerns over the impact of these facilities on infrastructure and resources. Recent discussions across cities like Fort Worth and Waco reveal a growing opposition due to worries about water and electricity consumption during power outages. Local leaders are calling for regulations to manage the development of data centers, with proposals for moratoriums gaining traction in some areas. Public forums and protests are surfacing as community members demand accountability and transparency from developers and regulators alike. Meanwhile, ERCOT is actively working on new rules aimed at ensuring the feasibility and sustainability of incoming projects, as the state grapples with the implications of this data center boom.