California AI data center project sues for access to 287 million gallons of Colorado River water

California's largest AI data center project is suing for 287 million gallons of Colorado River water, claiming it's equivalent to a 160-acre farm. The lawsuit raises concerns about jobs and farmland reallocation.

• California's largest AI data center is suing for access to 287 million gallons of Colorado River water a year
• California's largest AI data center project suing for access to 287 million gallons of Colorado River water, 0.03% of Imperial Valley’s supply — plaintiffs claim project equivalent to 160-acre farm amidst concern about jobs and reallocation of farmland