Immediate Answer: New Mexico is facing a critical debate as massive AI data centers, including the Oracle-OpenAI "Project Jupiter," plan to settle in the drought-stricken state. While developers promise closed-loop systems and economic growth, critics warn these facilities could consume millions of gallons of water, potentially accounting for 2.7% of the state’s total water usage by 2030, further straining fragile aquifers and agricultural rights. What Happened: Good evening.
