Rowan officials describe closed‑loop, air‑cooled system and 'water‑positive' commitments in Temple briefing

Apr 17, 2026

Rowan's water and mechanical experts told the council the project will use an air‑cooled closed‑loop primary system with a one‑time commissioning fill, limited ongoing domestic makeup, and that the company plans to fund local water‑efficiency projects to offset consumption; they offered to post technical documentation and follow up with city staff.

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Rowan Digital representatives answered detailed questions about the proposed data‑center campus' water and cooling systems during an extended presentation and Q&A. Chris Kurtz, Rowan's director of water strategy, said the company will employ an air‑cooled closed‑loop primary system intended to minimize continuous makeup and avoid continuous reliance on potable water for evaporative cooling.

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