The world's largest supercomputer is running in Memphis, TN. xAI will require up to 5 million gallons of water per day in an area threatened with arsenic pollution and fragile water infrastructure. POA does not support using our drinking water supply to cool computers. The company has applied for a permit to build and operate a water recycling facility that would keep xAI & TVA off of our aquifer. We are requesting a public hearing to learn what is right for our neighbors in 38109 and our Aquifer.
Did you know Shelby County is only place in TN with a Groundwater Board? No new aquifer protection programs have been established since the Groundwater Board was created in the late 1980s. We're on a mission to rebuild this board and need the community involved! The County Commission is considering an updated ordinance to increase outdated septic & permit fees. Let your representative know you support this ordinance through all three readings!
The U.S. Navy is conducting a water sampling initiative in Millington, Tennessee, and is seeking assistance from local residents. This effort is part of a broader national program aimed at identifying and addressing potential contamination from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as "forever chemicals." These substances are persistent in the environment and have been linked to various health concerns.
Residents in Millington have been invited to participate by allowing Navy personnel to collect water samples from their private wells. If you are on city water (public water supply), you are not included in this sampling effort. This voluntary program is crucial for assessing the extent of PFAS contamination in the area, particularly in areas surrounding military installations.
