Most data centers refusing to say how much water, electricity they use

Data centers in the Netherlands are refusing to disclose their water and electricity usage, sparking concerns about the environmental impact of the industry. Many of these centers are owned by large tech companies and are located in the country's southern region. The Dutch government has implemented a new law requiring data centers to report their energy consumption, but the centers are not complying. The law requires data centers to report their energy consumption by the end of the year, but it is unclear if they will be fined for non-compliance. The data centers are also not disclosing their water usage, which is a significant concern given the region's water scarcity. The industry association for data centers in the Netherlands has stated that they are working with the government to find a solution, but no timeline has been given for when the data centers will start reporting their usage. The lack of transparency is causing concerns among environmental groups and local residents who are worried about the impact of the data centers on the region's water supply and energy consumption.