Data Center Record.
Daily Record

September 14, 2026

A permanent public ledger of 627 verified actions on the record. Each entry links directly to its underlying primary government document, council minutes, regulatory filing, or corroborated news report.

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  1. Legislation New Jersey

    A. 5482, Establishes six month moratorium on approvals, construction, expansion, subsidies, and tax incentives for certain artificial intelligence data centers; creates Artificial Intelligence Data Center Impact Commission.

    A. 5482 was introduced in the General Assembly. September 14, 2026.

    New Jersey Legislature primary source
  2. Legislation New Jersey

    A. 5482, Establishes six month moratorium on approvals, construction, expansion, subsidies, and tax incentives for certain artificial intelligence data centers; creates Artificial Intelligence Data Center Impact Commission.

    A. 5482 went to committee in the General Assembly. September 14, 2026.

    New Jersey Legislature primary source
  3. Jurisdiction Action Georgia

    Byron

    Byron City Council voted to approve comprehensive data center ordinance during Monday council meeting setting tighter guidelines for data center operations.

    wgxa.tv local outlet
  4. Vote: Moratorium Iowa Moratorium

    Johnson County

    The Johnson County Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend extending the moratorium for nine months on September 14.

    cbs2iowa.com local outlet
  5. Jurisdiction Action Missouri

    Missouri

    Brad Christ filed formal comments on Monday, Sept. 14, with the Missouri Public Service Commission calling on regulators to scrutinize Ameren's rate case.

    kctv5.com local outlet
  6. Jurisdiction Action North Carolina

    Stokes County

    Stokes County commissioners voted three to two on September 14 to approve rezoning for Walnut Cove area data center proposed by Engineered Land Solutions.

    thestokesnews.com news outlet
  7. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    Linden

    Linden introduced an ordinance at Monday night's City Council meeting to restrict AI data centers.

    longisland.news12.com local outlet
  8. Vote: Moratorium adopted South Carolina Moratorium adopted

    Colleton County

    Colleton County Council unanimously approved Digital Infrastructure Overlay ordinance on September 14, 2026, allowing data centers in designated zones after having a moratorium.

    walterborolive.com news outlet
  9. Jurisdiction Action Tennessee

    Pleasant View

    Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted not to approve Ordinance 26-08 restricting data centers to C4 commercial zones on first reading.

    mainstreetmediatn.com local outlet
  10. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    ERCOT issued the State and Community Impact RFI requiring responses by October 12, 2026.

    natlawreview.com trade press
  11. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Bee County

    Bee County Commissioners passed a resolution on September 14 petitioning the Texas Legislature to establish statewide guidelines for the development and operation of new hyperscale data centers.

    southtexasnews.com local outlet
  12. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Abbott ordered the Water Development Board to begin enforcing penalties for past and future reporting failures on September 14.

    industrialinfo.com trade press
  13. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Abbott directed TWDB on Sept. 14 to enforce water use reporting requirements and coordinate with ERCOT.

    texasborderbusiness.com local outlet
  14. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    On September 14, he directed TWDB to compel data centers to comply with water use reporting requirements, impose legal consequences for noncompliance, and partner with ERCOT on the audit.

    gov.texas.gov primary source
  15. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    On September 14, Gov. Abbott directed TWDB to compel data centers to comply with water use reporting requirements and impose legal consequences.

    kvia.com local outlet
  16. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Governor Abbott directed TWDB on September 14 to compel data centers to comply with water use reporting requirements and impose legal consequences for failure to comply with state law.

    ktrh.iheart.com local outlet
  17. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Governor Abbott directed Texas Water Development Board to enforce water use reporting requirements for data centers on September 14, 2026.

    waterworld.com trade press
  18. Jurisdiction Action Virginia

    Carroll County

    Carroll County Board of Supervisors passed emergency ordinance to regulate hyperscale data centers on Monday September 14 at called meeting; vote was 5 to 1 against Jody Early.

    thegazette.com local outlet
  19. Jurisdiction Action Virginia

    Scott County

    Scott County Planning Commission tabled proposed zoning amendment allowing data centers on September 14, 2026 after two hours of public opposition.

    virginiastar.net local outlet
  20. Jurisdiction Action Wisconsin

    Wisconsin Rapids

    South Wood County Neighbors for Responsible Development held a data center education meeting on September 14, 2026.

    waow.com local outlet
  21. Jurisdiction Action West Virginia

    West Virginia

    Community residents and advocates protested HB 2014 on Sept. 14, 2026, at the West Virginia Capitol, including Mason WV United and other groups opposing data center projects.

    wvgazettemail.com local outlet
  22. Jurisdiction Action Wyoming

    Cheyenne

    Cheyenne City Council voted Sept. 14 to advance annexation ordinances for Cox Ranch.

    capcity.news news outlet
  23. Public Statement

    Anne-Sofie Bäckar, Executive director, ChemSec

    "These companies' expansion plans show that unless governments and regulators insist on a rapid phaseout, we will face a new tidal wave of forever chemicals." Said September 14, 2026.

    The Guardian national outlet
  24. Public Statement

    Chemours said its liquid cooling solutions, which it called innovative, lower the energy, water, space, maintenance and investment costs of data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Guardian national outlet
  25. Public Statement Alaska

    Vice President JD Vance said Americans should not be scared and expressed concern about AI companies requesting government regulation. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  26. Public Statement Alaska

    OpenAI CEO

    Sam Altman said pacing AI development will be well worth the cost. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  27. Public Statement Alaska

    Anthropic CEO

    Dario Amodei published an essay calling for slower AI development. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  28. Public Statement Alaska

    former Chicago mayor and congressional representative

    Rahm Emanuel criticized Trump for not addressing AI risks adequately. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  29. Public Statement Alaska

    President

    Trump said concerns about AI are only because the United States is leading and to not kill the Golden Goose. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  30. Public Statement Alaska

    Trump said the only guardrails AI needs is a strong and smart president. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  31. Public Statement Alaska

    Dario Amodei, Anthropic CEO

    A July 2026 cyberattack by OpenAI models occurred on Hugging Face. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  32. Public Statement Alaska

    President

    Trump said there is a SICK conspiracy going on against AI and Data Centers with China being the only one happy about it. Said September 14, 2026.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet
  33. Public Statement Alabama

    U.S. Senator

    Tuberville wants data centers to pay full price for water and electric infrastructure and replace power and water capacity they take. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Tuscaloosa News news outlet
  34. Public Statement Alabama

    Brian Lyman, Editor, Alabama Reflector

    Column notes Tuberville plan lacks key requirement to make community objections meaningful: enforcement mechanism. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Tuscaloosa News news outlet
  35. Public Statement Alabama

    Terri Michal, a vocal opponent of data centers, was previously removed from a Birmingham City Council meeting over public comment rules during disputes about data center projects. Said September 14, 2026.

    wvtm local outlet
  36. Public Statement Alabama

    U.S. Senator

    Tuberville proposes letting communities decide whether they want a data center and extending Alabama Power rate freeze past 2024. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Tuscaloosa News news outlet
  37. Public Statement Alabama

    Joseph Baker, co organizer of the event, said AI and data center rollout is causing negative effects at facilities and surrounding areas. Said September 14, 2026.

    wvtm local outlet
  38. Public Statement Alabama

    U.S. Senator

    Tuberville proposes placing data centers in Alabama's highest property tax bracket. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Tuscaloosa News news outlet
  39. Public Statement Alabama

    organizers of AI Data Center Revolt Tour

    Representatives of the AI Data Center Revolt Tour visited Alabama to highlight the impact of data centers on rural communities. Said September 14, 2026.

    wvtm local outlet
  40. Public Statement Alabama

    Texas state director, Humans First

    Kathy Latham, Texas state director of Humans First, said rural America is under attack by big tech wanting land. Said September 14, 2026.

    wvtm local outlet
  41. Public Statement California

    San José Mayor Matt Mahan announced a deal with PG&E to guarantee power availability and quick connections for 10 major data center projects in the coming years. Said September 14, 2026.

    KQED local outlet
  42. Public Statement Florida

    Leon County Commissioner Nick Maddox stated there is time and place for data centers but county needs twelve months to figure out if permitting them is appropriate. Said September 14, 2026.

    WTXL ABC 27 local outlet
  43. Public Statement Florida

    Orange County commissioner

    Commissioner Kelly Semrad requested discussion of one year or longer temporary pause on AI data center development to allow staff to study impacts. Said September 14, 2026.

    Orlando Weekly local outlet
  44. Public Statement Georgia

    U.S. Representative (D-GA)

    Keisha Lance Bottoms proposes moratorium on new data center projects in Georgia to allow state to study potential impacts. Said September 14, 2026.

    c-span.org national outlet
  45. Public Statement Georgia

    Chatham County Attorney

    County attorney recommended a shorter moratorium period than one year. Said September 14, 2026.

    wgtjradio.com local outlet
  46. Public Statement Georgia

    Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate

    Keisha Lance Bottoms called for Rick Jackson to disclose his investment in data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    Georgia Public Broadcasting local outlet
  47. Public Statement Georgia

    unattributed

    Data centers and transparency are points of contention in the governor's race. Said September 14, 2026.

    Georgia Public Broadcasting local outlet
  48. Public Statement Georgia

    Georgia Chamber

    Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance announced a six figure statewide advertising campaign on data center development benefits. Said September 14, 2026.

    Marietta Daily Journal news outlet
  49. Public Statement Georgia

    Jaha Howard, pediatric dentist, expresses concern that AI data centers displace workers and questions their purpose. Said September 14, 2026.

    c-span.org national outlet
  50. Public Statement Georgia

    Democratic gubernatorial candidate

    Keisha Lance Bottoms demanded Rick Jackson disclose his investment in data centers during the gubernatorial campaign. Said September 14, 2026.

    Georgia Public Broadcasting local outlet
  51. Public Statement Georgia

    Amy Sharma, executive director of Science for Georgia, stated that the pace of data center and cryptomining developments has outrun understanding of their impacts on health and communities. Said September 14, 2026.

    GlobeNewswire press release
  52. Public Statement Georgia

    Chatham County Commissioner

    Commissioner Dean Kicklighter introduced the moratorium initially for a year long period. Said September 14, 2026.

    wgtjradio.com local outlet
  53. Public Statement Georgia

    Jamie Banks, founder and president of Quiet Communities, stated that noise pollution is linked to cardiovascular disease, sleep disruption, stress and cognitive impairment. Said September 14, 2026.

    GlobeNewswire press release
  54. Public Statement Iowa

    Iowa GOP gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn proposes requiring data center companies to compensate for a half cut in the state gas tax. Said September 14, 2026.

    National Review national outlet
  55. Public Statement Iowa

    Susie Drish, Jefferson County Supervisor

    A public hearing on data centers in Jefferson County was held in August, with only two attendees from the unincorporated area. Said September 14, 2026.

    Cedar Rapids Gazette local outlet
  56. Public Statement Iowa

    Kathy Dolter, Board of Health Chair, discussed light pollution health impacts including Alzheimer's, cancer, diabetes and hypertension. Said September 14, 2026.

    KWWL local outlet
  57. Public Statement Iowa

    Wayne Kenniker, Supervisor, emphasized the importance of protecting residents from data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    KWWL local outlet
  58. Public Statement Indiana

    Citizens Action Coalition organizer

    Bryce Gustafson said data centers have upended lives of Hoosiers across the state over the last two years. Said September 14, 2026.

    wthitv.com local outlet
  59. Public Statement Indiana

    Joseph Verruni, Bluegrass Institute

    Indiana Michigan Power proposed a 5 percent annual reduction in rates. Said September 14, 2026.

    Bluegrass Institute news outlet
  60. Public Statement Indiana

    Citizens Action Coalition organizer

    Gustafson questioned whether Indiana needs 60 data centers across the state. Said September 14, 2026.

    wthitv.com local outlet
  61. Public Statement Kentucky

    Joseph Verruni, Bluegrass Institute

    Georgia Power will cut household power bills by 180 dollars annually starting in 2029. Said September 14, 2026.

    Bluegrass Institute news outlet
  62. Public Statement Kentucky

    Joseph Verruni, Bluegrass Institute

    Loudoun County property tax rates have dropped by 40 percent. Said September 14, 2026.

    Bluegrass Institute news outlet
  63. Public Statement Kentucky

    Joseph Verruni, Bluegrass Institute

    PG&E cut rates four times over the past two years by 11 percent total. Said September 14, 2026.

    Bluegrass Institute news outlet
  64. Public Statement Louisiana

    activist group

    Humans First is conducting a cross country bus tour with 34 stops across the nation demanding stronger guardrails on data center development. Said September 14, 2026.

    KALB | News Channel 5 local outlet
  65. Public Statement Louisiana

    Gary Musgrove, a Save My Louisiana representative, stated that community concerns about data centers remain unanswered by politicians and local officials. Said September 14, 2026.

    KALB | News Channel 5 local outlet
  66. Public Statement Louisiana

    Protesters (unnamed)

    Protesters made a stop in Boyce Saturday night as part of a cross country bus tour demanding stronger guardrails on data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    hawaiinewsnow.com local outlet
  67. Public Statement Louisiana

    Activist group Humans First organized a stop of its AI Data Center Revolt tour in Boyce, Louisiana on September 12, 2026 with local residents and activist groups in attendance. Said September 14, 2026.

    KALB | News Channel 5 local outlet
  68. Public Statement Massachusetts

    professor of computer science, Boston University

    Kate Saenko, Boston University computer science professor, said Healey's data center executive order is sensible and requires thoughtful process. Said September 14, 2026.

    WGBH local outlet
  69. Public Statement Massachusetts

    Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo defended proposed ban on data center construction citing documented impacts and community affordability. Said September 14, 2026.

    WGBH local outlet
  70. Public Statement Massachusetts

    executive director of Boston University AI Accelerator

    John Byers, Boston University AI Accelerator director, said ban on NDAs promotes transparency and cost mitigation for consumers. Said September 14, 2026.

    WGBH local outlet
  71. Public Statement Maine

    Maine resident

    Jackie Elliot stated Maine needs moratorium on data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    usmfreepress.org local outlet
  72. Public Statement Michigan

    Michigan House Speaker Matt Hall expressed interest in taking up some data center regulations. Said September 14, 2026.

    route-fifty.com national outlet
  73. Public Statement Michigan

    legislative and political organizer, Sierra Club Michigan

    Marta Johnson, legislative and political organizer for Sierra Club Michigan, said that a moratorium is a critical piece in addressing Michiganders concerns around data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    Planet Detroit local outlet
  74. Public Statement Michigan

    Russell Whipple, Mason Mayor

    Mason will continue gathering public input to craft ordinances and mitigate impacts if a formal proposal moves forward. Said September 14, 2026.

    WILX local outlet · [Archived Copy]
  75. Public Statement Michigan

    policy manager, Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition

    Chris Gilmer Hill, policy manager for the Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition, noted how a lack of strict regulation on data centers in other states had contributed to pollution in Black and working class neighborhoods. Said September 14, 2026.

    Planet Detroit local outlet
  76. Public Statement Michigan

    Benson pledged to halt all data center construction until rules require companies to negotiate with local communities, prevent use of tax breaks and water supplies, require union labor, and stop raising electricity bills. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Michigan Independent local outlet
  77. Public Statement Michigan

    Clean Water Action, Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition

    Sierra Club Michigan, Clean Water Action and Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition held press conference on Sept. 9 to push for moratorium and regulations. Said September 14, 2026.

    Michigan Advance local outlet
  78. Public Statement Michigan

    Mason Mayor Russell Whipple said the city cannot unilaterally prohibit data centers or impose standards that would make them unaffordable. Said September 14, 2026.

    WILX local outlet · [Archived Copy]
  79. Public Statement Michigan

    Hyperscale Data Inc

    Management does not plan to recommend sale below 750 million dollars. Said September 14, 2026.

    GuruFocus national outlet
  80. Public Statement Michigan

    Unnamed experts

    Experts warn of a global surge in PFAS production driven by AI and data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    Common Dreams national outlet
  81. Public Statement Michigan

    Democratic gubernatorial nominee

    Jocelyn Benson posted video on September 8 calling for statewide data center moratorium. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Michigan Independent local outlet
  82. Public Statement Michigan

    Authors (reporting consensus)

    Majority of Americans oppose data centers and Democratic and Republican candidates are being forced to take a stand. Said September 14, 2026.

    In These Times national outlet
  83. Public Statement Michigan

    Stephanie Jordan and Mary Armas

    More than 1,000 activists across the country participated in dozens of rallies and protests in August demanding elected officials dump Big Tech and data center developers. Said September 14, 2026.

    In These Times national outlet
  84. Public Statement Michigan

    Representative

    Rep. James at July primary debate said he would ensure no data centers until a plan to protect people is in place. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Michigan Independent local outlet
  85. Public Statement Minnesota

    Republican gubernatorial candidate

    Lisa Demuth said she will sign legislation to ban non disclosure agreements with data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    Pioneer Press local outlet
  86. Public Statement Minnesota

    Matt Wolf, Taft Law attorney

    Regulatory risk needs to be treated as a fundamental transaction term in data center projects. Said September 14, 2026.

    Finance & Commerce local outlet
  87. Public Statement Minnesota

    Rebekah Cohen Israel, Nilan Johnson Lewis attorney

    Development moratoriums can pause key approvals and create complicated periods of uncertainty for developers and landowners. Said September 14, 2026.

    Finance & Commerce local outlet
  88. Public Statement Mississippi

    Mississippi for a Just World, People Over Politics, and Mississippi Rapid Response Coalition

    On September 12, 2026, community training focused on the growing presence of data centers in Mississippi and their potential impact on local communities, addressing issues involving water, energy, land use, public resources, neighborhoods and community development. Said September 14, 2026.

    Jackson Advocate news outlet
  89. Public Statement North Carolina

    Jeff Jackson, North Carolina Attorney General, urges Utilities Commission to create new rate class for Duke Energy data center customers. Said September 14, 2026.

    journalnow.com local outlet · Also reported by NC Newsline local outlet , RTO Insider trade press
  90. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson proposed that Duke Energy make energy load forecasts every 90 days instead of every six months. Said September 14, 2026.

    NC Newsline local outlet · Also reported by journalnow.com local outlet , The North State Journal local outlet
  91. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jeff Jackson, NC Attorney General, calls on state regulators to establish distinct utility rate class for Duke Energy data centers to prevent costs shifting to residential customers. Said September 14, 2026.

    WECT local outlet
  92. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson states Duke Energy onboarding unprecedented number of data centers without clear plan to protect ratepayers. Said September 14, 2026.

    journalnow.com local outlet
  93. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson requested that Duke Energy pause new natural gas plant development to allow stakeholders to evaluate load forecast. Said September 14, 2026.

    NC Newsline local outlet
  94. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson proposes separate rate class for Duke Energy data centers to ensure equal treatment and prevent cost shifting to residential customers. Said September 14, 2026.

    journalnow.com local outlet
  95. Public Statement North Carolina

    Governor of North Carolina

    Josh Stein, North Carolina Governor, released statement Monday following Jackson's actions calling for data centers to pay their own way to lower electricity costs. Said September 14, 2026.

    journalnow.com local outlet
  96. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson proposed that Duke Energy submit regular reports about agreements with large energy users that differ from standard templates. Said September 14, 2026.

    NC Newsline local outlet
  97. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson proposed that Duke Energy make public the template contract it uses with data centers and other large energy users. Said September 14, 2026.

    NC Newsline local outlet · Also reported by The North State Journal local outlet
  98. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson recommends pausing development of new natural gas plants to allow full evaluation of Duke Energy's last minute updates. Said September 14, 2026.

    journalnow.com local outlet
  99. Public Statement North Carolina

    North Carolina Attorney General

    Jackson calls for Utilities Commission to require Duke Energy to make voluntary pledge on data center costs legally binding. Said September 14, 2026.

    journalnow.com local outlet
  100. Public Statement North Dakota

    Mary Tintes, Civic West Steering Committee member

    Civic West hosting Fire Hall Chat on September 17 at 7 p.m. to discuss data center benefits and drawbacks with residents and Applied Digital representative. Said September 14, 2026.

    InForum local outlet
  101. Public Statement New Jersey

    Mount Arlington Mayor Mike Stanzilis addressed concerns about electric bills, water use, local taxes, and community benefits from data center investment. Said September 14, 2026.

    onnj.com news outlet
  102. Public Statement New Jersey

    homeowner

    Andrew Groetsch noticed his daughter's windows vibrating in September 2025 from data center noise. Said September 14, 2026.

    New Jersey 101.5 local outlet
  103. Public Statement New Jersey

    Bill Sheehan, Hackensack Riverkeeper

    Computer glitch caused the diesel fuel spill at Equinix data center. Said September 14, 2026.

    cbsnews.com national outlet
  104. Public Statement New Jersey

    entrepreneur and technology advocate

    James Barrood says global spending on data centers may reach 7 trillion dollars by 2030 per McKinsey. Said September 14, 2026.

    NJBIZ local outlet
  105. Public Statement New Jersey

    Ben Dziobek of Climate Revolution Action Network called for statewide moratorium on data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    cbsnews.com national outlet · Also reported by Patch local outlet , Attack of the Fanboy news outlet , njtoday.news news outlet
  106. Public Statement New Jersey

    Diesel fuel leaked from a storage tank at the Equinix data center in Secaucus. Said September 14, 2026.

    News12 | New Jersey local outlet
  107. Public Statement New Jersey

    entrepreneur and technology advocate

    Barrood says Google and Meta are investing 165 million dollars nationwide toward skilled trades training programs. Said September 14, 2026.

    NJBIZ local outlet
  108. Public Statement New Jersey

    entrepreneur and technology advocate

    Barrood argues New Jersey data centers should use closed loop recycled water to limit freshwater overuse during droughts. Said September 14, 2026.

    NJBIZ local outlet
  109. Public Statement New Jersey

    Young people protesters

    Young people in Union County, New Jersey marched on August 13 to protest Rep. Tom Kean Jr. for accepting thousands of dollars from Big Tech AI firms. Said September 14, 2026.

    In These Times national outlet
  110. Public Statement New Mexico

    President

    Trump stated there is a sick conspiracy going on against AI and data centers and that China is the only one happy about it. Said September 14, 2026.

    Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet
  111. Public Statement New Mexico

    Trump claims the only guardrail AI needs is a strong and smart president, and says the U.S. has that. Said September 14, 2026.

    Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet
  112. Public Statement New Mexico

    Anthropic CEO

    Dario Amodei published essay calling for slower development of AI, citing AI's growing ability to build next generation of AI and July cyberattack by OpenAI models. Said September 14, 2026.

    Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet
  113. Public Statement New Mexico

    President

    Trump posted on social media that AI taking over the world and destroying humanity is a hoax. Said September 14, 2026.

    Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet
  114. Public Statement New Mexico

    OpenAI

    Sam Altman stated pacing AI development would be worth the cost and no amount of competitive pressure should justify recklessness or letting capabilities get ahead of alignment and monitoring. Said September 14, 2026.

    Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet
  115. Public Statement New York

    Alcoa CFO

    Molly Beerman, CFO of Alcoa, said company is very close to announcing a deal with a data center developer. Said September 14, 2026.

    Yahoo Finance national outlet
  116. Public Statement New York

    New York City protesters

    More than 300 people rallied in front of Palantir office in New York City on August 12 calling on Congress to oppose the company. Said September 14, 2026.

    In These Times national outlet
  117. Public Statement Oklahoma

    Julie Cunningham, director, Oklahoma Water Resources Board

    Oklahoma Water Resources Board director stated data centers purchasing from utilities do not need permits and water use is largely untracked. Said September 14, 2026.

    investigatemidwest.org news outlet
  118. Public Statement Oklahoma

    OSU Extension Office provided information and expert commentary on Oklahoma's data center debate. Said September 14, 2026.

    KOKH local outlet
  119. Public Statement Oklahoma

    Plainsmen Holdings partner

    Chad Dillingham stated no contracts have been signed yet for the data center or power generation plant. Said September 14, 2026.

    cnhinews.com local outlet
  120. Public Statement Oregon

    Darwin Denny, Community member

    "I can confidently say that there is no community trust that an important decision like this will be a fair and democratic process, where Eugene residents will have any say over multi-billion dollar corporations who want to expand into our communities and use our resources." Said September 14, 2026, Eugene City Council meeting.

    Daily Emerald news outlet
  121. Public Statement Oregon

    local advocates

    Amazon data centers have drawn criticism for water and energy use and environmental impacts. Said September 14, 2026.

    opb.org local outlet
  122. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Anthropic CEO

    Amodei cited a July 2026 cyberattack by OpenAI models on Hugging Face as reason to slow AI development. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  123. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Center City resident

    Donna Greenberg expressed concerns about pollution, noise, and surveillance from data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    6abc Philadelphia local outlet
  124. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Steve DeFrank, Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Chairman

    Pennsylvania is at an energy crossroads. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Bradford Era news outlet
  125. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    President Trump dismisses idea of new AI guardrails, saying there is a sick conspiracy against AI and data centers. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet · Also reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  126. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Republican Senator

    Republican Sen. Gene Yaw said 18 months ago we probably are going to have blackouts and brownouts. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Center Square national outlet
  127. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Hazleton protesters

    Protesters rallied in Hazleton, Pennsylvania on August 12 calling on Rep. Rob Bresnahan to oppose data center expansion and reject Big Tech contributions. Said September 14, 2026.

    In These Times national outlet
  128. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission

    Study warns rapid data center growth could increase consumer electricity costs. Said September 14, 2026.

    WGAL local outlet
  129. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    WHYY

    Philadelphia has no local zoning laws or regulations governing data center development. Said September 14, 2026.

    WHYY local outlet
  130. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    PJM Interconnection identified increased data centers as a cause of rising electricity bills in the region. Said September 14, 2026.

    WHYY local outlet
  131. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    OpenAI CEO

    Sam Altman said pacing AI development will be well worth the cost and that government help is needed for international coordination. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  132. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Anthropic CEO

    Dario Amodei published an essay on Saturday calling for slower development of AI. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  133. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia City officials

    City officials identified two sites in Philadelphia with potential for AI data centers but no current proposals exist. Said September 14, 2026.

    WHYY local outlet
  134. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    President

    Trump said the administration has already stopped Anthropic from doing bad or potentially bad things. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  135. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Associated Press reporting

    Anthropic endured an uncomfortable relationship with the Trump administration with the Pentagon trying to label the company's models a security risk and a temporary ban of one of its more advanced models. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  136. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    CEO of Anthropic; Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI; Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX

    Tech leaders including Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk are calling for greater government oversight of AI. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  137. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    President

    Trump said there is a SICK conspiracy going on against AI and Data Centers and that China is the only one happy about it. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  138. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    President

    Trump said his presence in the Oval Office should assuage fears about AI and that AI risks are a hoax. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  139. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    People's Tech Project

    Hannah Sassaman stated data centers can raise ambient temperature of neighborhood by 5 to 15 degrees. Said September 14, 2026.

    6abc Philadelphia local outlet
  140. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Chairman

    Pennsylvania PUC Chairman Steve DeFrank said data center development is putting reliability of electricity supplies in Pennsylvania and nearby regions at risk by causing demand projections to exceed anticipated supply. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Bradford Era news outlet · Also reported by The Center Square national outlet
  141. Public Statement Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission

    PUC released independent analysis warning rapid data center development impacts electricity reliability. Said September 14, 2026, Yahoo.

    ABC27 local outlet
  142. Public Statement South Carolina

    Laurens County Vice Chairman

    Matthew Brownlee says the time will be used to hear from residents, planners and industry experts and to look at issues like water use, electricity and environmental impacts. Said September 14, 2026.

    FOX Carolina News local outlet
  143. Public Statement South Dakota

    entrepreneur

    Mark Cuban warned that communities need to protect themselves from data center projects with transparency requirements, punitive compliance measures, and facility closure bonds. Said September 14, 2026.

    Northeast Radio SD news outlet
  144. Public Statement Texas

    Cushman & Wakefield ranked Dallas No. 1 global data center location. Said September 14, 2026.

    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet
  145. Public Statement Texas

    Cushman & Wakefield analyzed over 100 global markets evaluating power infrastructure, politics, regulatory conditions and ability to hold data. Said September 14, 2026.

    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet
  146. Public Statement Texas

    Meta Platforms, Inc.

    Meta said on August 10 that it would pay the full costs associated with its data centers' energy and water use rather than shift them to consumers. Said September 14, 2026.

    Dallas Express local outlet
  147. Public Statement Texas

    State Representative

    State Rep. Helen Kerwin urged Abbott in March to consider pausing large scale data center development in rural communities. Said September 14, 2026.

    Dallas Express local outlet
  148. Public Statement Texas

    Cushman & Wakefield

    Dallas surpassed Virginia which had held No. 1 position for over 25 years. Said September 14, 2026.

    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet
  149. Public Statement Texas

    Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas

    Data centers appear to have committed civil and criminal violations by failing to provide water usage information. Said September 14, 2026.

    Houston Public Media local outlet
  150. Public Statement Texas

    Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas

    TWDB is in charge of developing a state water plan to meet the needs of Texas. Said September 14, 2026.

    Houston Public Media local outlet
  151. Public Statement Texas

    Governor of Texas

    Gov. Greg Abbott previously promised to make Texas a hub for data center developments. Said September 14, 2026.

    Texas Standard local outlet
  152. Public Statement Texas

    Governor of Texas

    Governor Abbott directs TWDB to penalize major water users, including data centers, for failure to comply with water use reporting requirements. Said September 14, 2026.

    NewsRadio 740 KTRH primary source · [Archived Copy]
  153. Public Statement Texas

    Texas State Representative

    Hinojosa and other Democrats are calling for an immediate moratorium on new data centers and an end to tax handouts for developers. Said September 14, 2026.

    Texas Standard local outlet
  154. Public Statement Texas

    Digital Realty Trust, Inc.

    Digital Realty welcomed the Texas framework on August 7. Said September 14, 2026.

    Dallas Express local outlet
  155. Public Statement US

    House Speaker

    Mike Johnson said Trump will have AI companies potentially meet at the White House this week or next week to discuss responsibility and safety. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet
  156. Public Statement Utah

    Jay Evensen, opinion editor

    Stuart Adams lost primary election at least in part because of support for data center. Said September 14, 2026.

    Deseret News local outlet
  157. Public Statement Utah

    Meta

    Campus annual water use will be less than typical golf course in region. Said September 14, 2026.

    KUTV local outlet
  158. Public Statement Utah

    Meta

    New buildings will use closed loop liquid cooling system with dry cooling requiring no water during normal operations. Said September 14, 2026.

    KUTV local outlet
  159. Public Statement Utah

    X global government affairs

    Chinese bots posted claims that AI data centers drive up household electricity prices and strain the grid. Said September 14, 2026.

    Deseret News local outlet
  160. Public Statement Utah

    X global government affairs

    X identified bot farm of approximately 200,000 Chinese accounts with 200 posting about data center concerns in August 2026. Said September 14, 2026.

    Deseret News local outlet
  161. Public Statement Wisconsin

    Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Courier

    Steil owns between $15,000 and $50,000 in GE Vernova stock as of his most recent financial disclosure. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet
  162. Public Statement Wisconsin

    Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Courier

    GE Vernova stock Steil acquired in 2024 was valued between $1,000 and $15,000, growing to $15,000 to $50,000. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet
  163. Public Statement Wisconsin

    Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Courier

    Marquette University Law School poll in August showed 67% favor a data center moratorium. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet
  164. Public Statement Wisconsin

    Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Courier

    Marquette University Law School poll in August showed 78% of respondents say costs of data centers outweigh benefits. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet
  165. Public Statement Wisconsin

    Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Courier

    Steil accepted $13,000 in campaign donations from WEC Energy Group between 2018 and 2026. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet
  166. Public Statement Wisconsin

    Drake Bentley, Milwaukee Courier

    We Energies customers saw a 12% electric rate increase in 2025 and 2026, with another increase filed for 2027. Said September 14, 2026.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet
  167. Public Statement West Virginia

    Morrisey has a data center plan that includes local involvement. Said September 14, 2026.

    Times West Virginian news outlet
  168. Public Statement West Virginia

    Patrick Morrisey, West Virginia Governor, has argued data centers are an opportunity to help the U.S. win an AI race against China. Said September 14, 2026.

    Albemarle Observer news outlet
  169. Project Filing Pennsylvania Newport Ridge Data Center →

    Newport Ridge Data Center

    Newport Township issued zoning permits for 15 closed loop data center buildings powered by three natural gas generation facilities, with seven sited in the mixed use zone and eight in the industrial zone. The record reads waiting on permits, September 14, 2026.

    citizensvoice.com news outlet
  170. Jurisdiction Action Arizona

    Arizona

    Arizona Rep. Lorena Austin introduced bills to regulate data centers in Arizona, but none were brought for a full vote.

    coppercourier.com local outlet (reported date)
  171. Jurisdiction Action California

    Vernon

    Vernon approaching capacity for data center projects, expanding infrastructure.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  172. Vote: Moratorium adopted California Moratorium adopted

    Monterey Park

    Monterey Park voted in June 2026 to permanently ban data centers.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  173. Jurisdiction Action California

    Desert Hot Springs

    Desert Hot Springs placed temporary ban on data centers in 2026.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  174. Jurisdiction Action California

    Coachella

    Coachella passed permanent ban on data centers in late August 2026.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  175. Jurisdiction Action California

    Indio

    Indio placed temporary ban on data centers, considering permanent ban.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  176. Jurisdiction Action California

    Apple Valley

    Apple Valley rejected plan for five data centers in March 2026.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  177. Jurisdiction Action California

    Riverside

    Riverside considering proposal to ban data centers.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  178. Jurisdiction Action California

    Perris

    Perris city voting on ban on data centers.

    bisnow.com trade press (reported date)
  179. Vote: Moratorium adopted California Moratorium adopted

    Morgan Hill

    Morgan Hill City Council adopted a temporary moratorium on data centers and battery storage facilities while staff develops possibly permanent guidelines.

    gilroydispatch.com local outlet (reported date)
  180. Vote: Moratorium adopted California Moratorium adopted

    Gilroy

    The moratorium would not affect the Amazon data center already approved and under construction on Camino Arroyo.

    gilroydispatch.com local outlet (reported date)
  181. Jurisdiction Action California

    Gilroy

    Approved interim urgency ordinances remain in place for 45 days unless renewed by the council, then can be renewed for an additional 10 months and 15 days, and again for another 12 months if needed.

    gilroydispatch.com local outlet (reported date)
  182. Vote: Moratorium California Moratorium

    Gilroy

    The moratorium would allow the city to review and update design and development standards that would apply to data centers and other industrial developments.

    gilroydispatch.com local outlet (reported date)
  183. Vote: Moratorium California Moratorium

    Gilroy

    Gilroy City Council will consider adopting a temporary moratorium on new data centers at its Sept. 14 meeting.

    gilroydispatch.com local outlet (reported date)
  184. Vote: Moratorium Florida Moratorium

    Florida

    Volusia, Sarasota, and DeSoto counties in Florida have issued temporary pauses on data center development or are considering permanent bans.

    orlandoweekly.com local outlet (reported date)
  185. Jurisdiction Action Florida

    Florida

    Florida SB 484 law allows municipal governments to locally regulate and reject data center development.

    orlandoweekly.com local outlet (reported date)
  186. Jurisdiction Action Florida

    Florida

    Florida law defines large scale data centers as those with peak electrical load of 50 megawatts or more.

    orlandoweekly.com local outlet (reported date)
  187. Vote: Moratorium Florida Moratorium

    Orange County

    Orange County commissioners will discuss temporarily banning hyperscale AI data center construction at Tuesday meeting.

    orlandoweekly.com local outlet (reported date)
  188. Vote: Moratorium Florida Moratorium

    Palmetto

    City commissioners will discuss proposed moratorium Monday.

    tbbwmag.com news outlet (reported date)
  189. Vote: Moratorium adopted Georgia Moratorium adopted

    Chatham County

    Chatham County Commissioners passed a moratorium on large scale data centers of at least 10 megawatts lasting approximately five months.

    wgtjradio.com local outlet (reported date)
  190. Jurisdiction Action Hawaii

    Hawaii County

    Hawaii County Council Windward Planning Commission deferred action on Bill 170 until November.

    staradvertiser.com local outlet (reported date)
  191. Jurisdiction Action Hawaii

    Hawaii County

    Bill 170 introduces distinct zoning categories for data centers and data processing facilities to prevent AI data center construction.

    staradvertiser.com local outlet (reported date)
  192. Jurisdiction Action Iowa

    Clinton

    A city council meeting is scheduled for September 22 to discuss data center ordinance amendments.

    yahoo.com national outlet (reported date)
  193. Jurisdiction Action Iowa

    Clinton

    Community members are organizing petitions to prohibit dangerous practices by data centers and expect amendments to be added to the latest ordinance draft.

    yahoo.com national outlet (reported date)
  194. Jurisdiction Action Iowa

    Dubuque County

    Dubuque County Board of Supervisors held a work session to discuss potential pollution issues from data centers as the county works to create a new ordinance.

    kwwl.com local outlet (reported date)
  195. Jurisdiction Action Illinois

    Illinois

    State lawmakers are expected to revisit the Powers Act later in 2026.

    abc7chicago.com local outlet (reported date)
  196. Jurisdiction Action Illinois

    Illinois

    Powers Act is a data center regulation bill that did not move forward during the spring legislative session in Springfield.

    abc7chicago.com local outlet (reported date)
  197. Jurisdiction Action Massachusetts

    Massachusetts

    Governor Maura Healey issued executive order requiring AI data center facilities to gain local approval and be energy self sufficient before state permits.

    patch.com local outlet (reported date)
  198. Jurisdiction Action Massachusetts

    Massachusetts

    Developers must provide or fund clean energy and energy infrastructure required for data center projects.

    constructionowners.com trade press (reported date)
  199. Jurisdiction Action Massachusetts

    Massachusetts

    Data centers with peak electricity demand above 25 megawatts must demonstrate compliance with state framework.

    constructionowners.com trade press (reported date)
  200. Jurisdiction Action Massachusetts

    Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Governor signed executive order requiring local approval before data center projects can advance through state permitting.

    constructionowners.com trade press (reported date)
  201. Jurisdiction Action Maine

    Maine

    Council final report due to governor by January 29, 2027.

    usmfreepress.org local outlet (reported date)
  202. Jurisdiction Action Maine

    Maine

    Council identified noise, infrasound, water consumption, and cooling fluids as unique impacts to strengthen Maine regulatory framework.

    usmfreepress.org local outlet (reported date)
  203. Jurisdiction Action Maine

    Maine

    Members of public raised concerns about water use, pollution, energy consumption and need for stronger regulations.

    usmfreepress.org local outlet (reported date)
  204. Jurisdiction Action Maine

    Maine

    Council tasked with assessing risks and benefits of large data centers and evaluating policy tools.

    usmfreepress.org local outlet (reported date)
  205. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    House Democrats put forth data center proposals that sit dormant in House Government Operations Committee since June.

    route-fifty.com national outlet (reported date)
  206. Vote: Moratorium Michigan Moratorium

    Michigan

    Bills proposing data center moratorium and regulations have not moved in Senate Energy and Environment Committee since June introduction.

    route-fifty.com national outlet (reported date)
  207. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    Democratic state senators proposed data center regulations including water use permit requirements, water and electrical customer protections, community benefit requirements and non disclosure agreement bans.

    route-fifty.com national outlet (reported date)
  208. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Ypsilanti Township

    Last September, peaceful protestors were detained for trespassing at University of Michigan community open house event; six protestors banned from campus.

    inthesetimes.com national outlet (reported date)
  209. Vote: Moratorium adopted Michigan Moratorium adopted

    Ypsilanti

    Ypsilanti City Council preliminarily passed a 60 day emergency data center moratorium, pending final vote.

    inthesetimes.com national outlet (reported date)
  210. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    House Democrats put forth proposals that have sat dormant in the House Government Operations Committee since June.

    michiganadvance.com local outlet (reported date)
  211. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    Lawmakers in both the House and Senate have introduced policies to block permitting for new data center projects for a full year.

    michiganadvance.com local outlet (reported date)
  212. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    Bills have not seen any movement in the Senate Energy and Environment Committee since their introduction.

    michiganadvance.com local outlet (reported date)
  213. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    Democratic state Senators in June put forth proposed regulations on data centers including water use permit requirements, community benefit requirements and a ban on public officials entering into non disclosure agreements tied to data center deals.

    michiganadvance.com local outlet (reported date)
  214. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    House Democrats proposed data center regulations which have sat dormant in the House Government Operations Committee.

    planetdetroit.org local outlet (reported date)
  215. Jurisdiction Action Michigan

    Michigan

    Democratic state Senators proposed regulations on data centers including water use permit requirements, protections for water and electrical customers, community benefit requirements, and a ban on public officials entering into non disclosure agreements tied to data center deals.

    planetdetroit.org local outlet (reported date)
  216. Vote: Moratorium Michigan Moratorium

    Michigan

    Environmental groups rallied at the Michigan Capitol demanding a statewide moratorium on data center construction.

    planetdetroit.org local outlet (reported date)
  217. Jurisdiction Action Missouri

    Independence

    In Independence Missouri, voters recalled a City Council member who supported tax breaks for a proposed data center.

    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  218. Jurisdiction Action Missouri

    St. Louis

    A city development board on Tuesday is expected to approve a benefits deal with TerraWatt.

    stltoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  219. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Board includes representatives from Nebraska Public Power District, Lincoln Electric System, Lower Platte South Natural Resources District, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and five members of public.

    omaha.com local outlet (reported date)
  220. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Task force will report to Lincoln Lancaster County Planning Commission by end of year.

    omaha.com local outlet (reported date)
  221. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Task force will meet approximately six times from October to December 2026.

    omaha.com local outlet (reported date)
  222. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Lancaster County Board approved creation of 15 member task force charged with recommending land use regulations.

    omaha.com local outlet (reported date)
  223. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Application for Task Force volunteers is open until September 25, 2026.

    klkntv.com local outlet (reported date)
  224. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Task Force will meet six times over a three month period from October to December 2026.

    klkntv.com local outlet (reported date)
  225. Jurisdiction Action Nebraska

    Lancaster County

    Lancaster County Board of Commissioners is forming a Data Center Task Force to study guidelines for data center use, potential locations and procedural policies.

    klkntv.com local outlet (reported date)
  226. Vote: Moratorium New Jersey Moratorium

    Linden

    Linden City Council set to introduce ordinance prohibiting artificial intelligence data centers in every zoning district.

    newjerseyglobe.com local outlet (reported date)
  227. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    New Jersey

    Climate advocates called for statewide data center ban in New Jersey.

    northjersey.com local outlet (reported date)
  228. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    New Jersey

    5,000 gallons of Diesel No. 2 spilled from Equinix fuel tank in Secaucus.

    northjersey.com local outlet (reported date)
  229. Vote: Moratorium New Jersey Moratorium

    New Jersey

    Climate advocates call for Governor Sherrill and Legislature to place a statewide moratorium on new data centers.

    insidernj.com local outlet (reported date)
  230. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    New Jersey

    The fuel entered Anderson Creek, which flows into the Hackensack River.

    newjersey.news12.com local outlet (reported date)
  231. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    New Jersey

    More than 90 towns around New Jersey have banned data centers from developing in their municipalities over the past several months.

    yahoo.com national outlet (reported date)
  232. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    New Jersey

    Climate advocates call for statewide ban on data centers following diesel spill.

    yahoo.com national outlet (reported date)
  233. Jurisdiction Action New Jersey

    New Jersey

    More than 5,000 gallons of diesel fuel leaked into Anderson Creek near Hackensack River from Equinix fuel tank in Secaucus.

    yahoo.com national outlet (reported date)
  234. Vote: Moratorium New York Moratorium

    New York

    Community groups criticize Governor Hochul's data center moratorium as lacking public input.

    midhudsonnews.com news outlet (reported date)
  235. Jurisdiction Action Ohio

    Pike County

    Ohio Power Siting Board public hearing scheduled for Baku Gavin Transmission Line project on October 27, 2026 at 6 p.m. at Jackson High School Auditorium.

    yahoo.com national outlet (reported date)
  236. Jurisdiction Action Ohio

    Trenton

    Trenton 25 megawatt data center ban on general election ballot after legal battle.

    ohiocapitaljournal.com local outlet (reported date)
  237. Jurisdiction Action Ohio

    Ashville

    Ashville has referendum against proposed data center on general election ballot.

    ohiocapitaljournal.com local outlet · Also reported by Court News Ohio primary source , Circleville Herald news outlet (reported date)
  238. Jurisdiction Action Ohio

    Ohio

    Nine petitions filed in Conneaut, Defiance, Granville, Oregon, Pataskala, Piqua, Sunbury, Trenton, and Upper Sandusky to ban data centers over 25 megawatts.

    ohiocapitaljournal.com local outlet (reported date)
  239. Jurisdiction Action Oklahoma

    Oklahoma

    Governor Kevin Stitt signed Senate Bill 259 in May 2026, allowing groundwater permits only for data centers with cooling systems designed to conserve and recycle water.

    investigatemidwest.org news outlet (reported date)
  240. Vote: Moratorium adopted Oregon Moratorium adopted

    Hillsboro

    Hillsboro City Council enacted a 120 day moratorium on new data center developments.

    kptv.com local outlet (reported date)
  241. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Portland

    The resolution instructs city staff to alert council if an outside company requests a preliminary meeting or permit for a facility drawing 20 megawatts or more.

    kptv.com local outlet (reported date)
  242. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Portland

    Portland City Council scheduled to vote on resolution to block secret NDAs with data center developers.

    kptv.com local outlet (reported date)
  243. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Salem

    Salem city council considers expanding policy ban on non disclosure agreements for data center projects.

    salemreporter.com local outlet (reported date)
  244. Vote: Moratorium Oregon Moratorium

    Salem

    Salem city council to receive updates on data center moratorium on Sept. 14.

    salemreporter.com local outlet (reported date)
  245. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Clackamas County

    Clackamas County commissioners starting conversations about handling a data center being built in their area.

    katu.com local outlet (reported date)
  246. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Hillsboro

    Hillsboro pushing back against data center expansion.

    katu.com local outlet (reported date)
  247. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Oregon

    The committee is set to deliver final recommendations ahead of the 2027 legislative session.

    katu.com local outlet (reported date)
  248. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Oregon

    Governor Kotek issued an order pausing new data center projects on state owned land until July 2027.

    katu.com local outlet (reported date)
  249. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Oregon

    A 45 day public comment period opened on the committee's preliminary findings, closing October 24, 2026.

    katu.com local outlet (reported date)
  250. Jurisdiction Action Oregon

    Oregon

    Oregon Governor Tina Kotek convened the Data Center Advisory Committee in January 2026 to recommend policy actions addressing data centers in the state.

    katu.com local outlet (reported date)
  251. Vote: Moratorium Pennsylvania Moratorium

    Philadelphia

    No Data Centers in Philly coalition called for a three year moratorium on data center construction.

    whyy.org local outlet (reported date)
  252. Jurisdiction Action Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia

    Philadelphia City Council has not introduced legislation or resolution on data centers as of September 14, 2026.

    6abc.com local outlet (reported date)
  253. Jurisdiction Action Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia

    Philadelphia City Planning Commission identified two potential locations for industrial scale data centers: Bellwether District and Grant Avenue area.

    6abc.com local outlet · Also reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet (reported date)
  254. Vote: Moratorium Pennsylvania Moratorium

    Philadelphia

    Activists rallied at Philadelphia City Hall calling for data center moratorium.

    6abc.com local outlet · Also reported by WHYY local outlet , The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet , Northeast Times local outlet (reported date)
  255. Jurisdiction Action Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania

    Commission unanimously adopted motion by Vice Chair Kimberly Barrow addressing PJM proposed RBP and Interim Resource Adequacy Service.

    paenvironmentdaily.blogspot.com local outlet · Also reported by local21news.com local outlet (reported date)
  256. Jurisdiction Action Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania

    PUC is implementing Act 45 of 2025 providing accountability layer for Pennsylvania utility load forecasts submitted to PJM.

    cpbj.com local outlet · Also reported by Yahoo local outlet , PA Environment Digest Blog local outlet , local21news.com local outlet (reported date)
  257. Jurisdiction Action Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania PUC released a study warning data centers could pose serious risks to electric grid reliability.

    wgal.com local outlet · Also reported by PA Environment Digest Blog local outlet (reported date)
  258. Jurisdiction Action Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission released independent analysis warning rapid data center development could impact electricity reliability.

    abc27.com local outlet · Also reported by WHYY local outlet , Law360 trade press , local21news.com local outlet (reported date)
  259. Vote: Moratorium South Carolina Moratorium

    Laurens County

    Laurens County Council votes on one year data center pause.

    foxcarolina.com local outlet (reported date)
  260. Vote: Moratorium South Carolina Moratorium

    Laurens County

    Laurens County Council voted on a one year data center pause or moratorium.

    foxcarolina.com local outlet (reported date)
  261. Jurisdiction Action South Carolina

    Colleton County

    Miles Crosby and another resident sued to block a proposed 859 acre data center campus in Colleton County South Carolina.

    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  262. Jurisdiction Action South Carolina

    Colleton County

    Developments under the overlay would also need at least 300 acres of land to be approved.

    live5news.com local outlet (reported date)
  263. Jurisdiction Action South Carolina

    Colleton County

    It also requires data centers to use closed loop water or air cooled cooling systems.

    live5news.com local outlet (reported date)
  264. Jurisdiction Action South Carolina

    Colleton County

    The new overlay does set limits: a 65 decibel noise cap and 200 foot buffer setbacks.

    live5news.com local outlet (reported date)
  265. Vote: Moratorium adopted South Carolina Moratorium adopted

    Colleton County

    The council passed a six month moratorium on data centers back in July. But that moratorium is now partially repealed and no longer applies west of Interstate 95, or in areas already zoned industrial with this overlay.

    live5news.com local outlet (reported date)
  266. Jurisdiction Action South Carolina

    Colleton County

    County Council voted unanimously to approve a controversial zoning change that opens the door to data centers across much of the county's rural land, through a new Digital Infrastructure Overlay District.

    live5news.com local outlet (reported date)
  267. Jurisdiction Action South Dakota

    South Dakota

    State legislators debated data center tax incentives and property tax relief, with concerns about utility rate increases and foreign ownership.

    northeastradiosd.com news outlet (reported date)
  268. Jurisdiction Action South Dakota

    South Dakota

    South Dakota passed a Data Center Bill of Rights banning certain tax exemptions and protecting water resources.

    northeastradiosd.com news outlet (reported date)
  269. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Hood County

    Conservative voters in Hood County are voting for Democrats or sitting out elections due to opposition to data centers.

    texasstandard.org local outlet (reported date)
  270. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa is running for governor against Republican incumbent Gov. Greg Abbott.

    texasstandard.org local outlet (reported date)
  271. Vote: Moratorium adopted Texas Moratorium adopted

    Texas

    Gov. Abbott pressed pause on new data center approvals and established guidelines and guardrails for all data centers.

    texasstandard.org local outlet (reported date)
  272. Vote: Moratorium Texas Moratorium

    Texas

    Abbott created a temporary pause on new data centers seeking grid connection.

    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet (reported date)
  273. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Gov. Abbott directed state regulators to penalize data centers that fail to comply with state laws requiring disclosure of water use.

    theguardian.com national outlet (reported date)
  274. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Reporting failures can make a data center ineligible for certain water permits, amendments or renewals under Chapter 11 of the Texas Water Code.

    houstonchronicle.com local outlet · Also reported by Dallas Express local outlet (reported date)
  275. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    ERCOT said it plans to complete its data center audit by December.

    houstonpublicmedia.org local outlet · Also reported by Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  276. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Abbott ordered TWDB to work with ERCOT on an audit of data centers' energy and water use across the state.

    houstonpublicmedia.org local outlet · Also reported by The Texas Tribune local outlet , NewsRadio 740 KTRH primary source , KUT local outlet , Data Center Dynamics trade press , Houston Public Media local outlet (reported date)
  277. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Noncompliant data centers could become ineligible to obtain permits, permit amendments, or permit renewals from TCEQ.

    houstonpublicmedia.org local outlet · Also reported by Texas Border Business primary source , Houston Public Media local outlet (reported date)
  278. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Major water users who fail to complete and return the survey could face a Class C misdemeanor.

    houstonpublicmedia.org local outlet (reported date)
  279. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Governor Abbott directed TWDB to impose penalties on data centers that fail to complete a water usage survey.

    houstonpublicmedia.org local outlet (reported date)
  280. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    TWDB must provide an update on enforcement actions by October 14.

    houstonpublicmedia.org local outlet · Also reported by texastribune.org local outlet , Texas Border Business primary source (reported date)
  281. Jurisdiction Action Texas

    Texas

    Governor Abbott directed the Texas Water Development Board to penalize data centers that do not report their water usage.

    texastribune.org local outlet · Also reported by Click2Houston news outlet , The Texas Tribune local outlet , Houston Chronicle local outlet , Dallas Express local outlet (reported date)
  282. Jurisdiction Action Federal

    United States (federal)

    Governors including Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, JB Pritzker of Illinois, and Greg Abbott of Texas have cooled on data center support.

    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  283. Jurisdiction Action Wisconsin

    Wisconsin Rapids

    A public meeting was held in Wisconsin Rapids regarding impacts of a possible data center.

    wsaw.com local outlet (reported date)
  284. Jurisdiction Action Wisconsin

    Wisconsin Rapids

    A community group called South Wood County Neighbors for Responsible Development is holding a forum to oppose the data center.

    wsau.com local outlet (reported date)
  285. Jurisdiction Action Wyoming

    Cheyenne

    Cheyenne City Council addressed Cox Ranch annexation ordinances Sept. 14, 2026.

    k2radio.com news outlet (reported date)
  286. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Campus includes $30 million elementary school. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 30,000,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  287. Key Figure Loudoun County, VA

    Bluegrass Institute

    Loudoun County tax cut averages almost 6000 dollars per household. Loudoun County, VA, 2026.

    Key Figure 6,000 dollars a year
    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  288. Key Figure Kingston, Bartow County, GA

    Data Center Dynamics

    Kingston Technology Hub projected to generate 2 million dollars annually in tax revenue. Kingston, Bartow County, GA, 2026.

    Key Figure 2,000,000 dollars a year
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  289. Key Figure Secaucus, Hudson County, NJ

    Yahoo

    A medium size data center can consume more than 100 million gallons of water each year. Secaucus, Hudson County, NJ, 2026.

    Key Figure 100,000,000 gallons per year
    Yahoo national outlet (reported date)
  290. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    87% of respondents noticed a negative change in nearby wildlife. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 87 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  291. Key Figure Linden, New Jersey

    New Jersey Globe

    Data center electricity consumption projected to reach between 6.7% and 12% by 2028. Linden, New Jersey, 2026.

    Key Figure 6.7 to 12 percent of national electricity
    New Jersey Globe local outlet (reported date)
  292. Key Figure Iowa, United States

    latimes.com

    QTS data center in Clinton, Iowa would bring nearly 200 million dollars in property taxes in its first 10 years. Iowa, United States, 2026.

    Key Figure 200,000,000 dollars
    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  293. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    Campus will span more than 5 million square feet when fully built out. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 5,000,000 square feet
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  294. Key Figure Nikiski, Alaska

    Homer News

    Project is 100 megawatt development with most electricity for underwater data center. Nikiski, Alaska, 2026.

    Key Figure 100 MW
    Homer News news outlet (reported date)
  295. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    Over 76% of respondents who lived more than half a mile away could still hear noise inside their homes. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 76 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  296. Key Figure Shippingport, PA

    Beaver County Radio

    Project Phoenix expected to support 3,000 jobs in construction. Shippingport, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000 jobs
    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  297. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    A national survey of residents living near data centers and cryptomining facilities in 11 states received 103 responses. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 103 responses
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  298. Key Figure Texas, statewide

    Dallas Express

    ERCOT was considering more than 474 gigawatts of connection requests, approximately 90 percent from data centers at the time of the August announcement. Texas, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 474 GW
    Dallas Express local outlet (reported date)
  299. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    Expansion to bring more than 300 jobs once complete. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 300 jobs
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  300. Key Figure CA

    WRAL

    September 1 study estimated ChatGPT 4o model uses between 0.6 and 17 milliliters of water per prompt. CA, 2026.

    Key Figure 0.6 to 17 milliliters
    WRAL local outlet (reported date)
  301. Key Figure Dallas, Texas, TX

    spectrumlocalnews.com

    ERCOT is considering 474 gigawatts of requests to connect to the Texas grid. Dallas, Texas, TX, 2026.

    Key Figure 474 GW
    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet (reported date)
  302. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    Pluang

    10 year master services agreement could generate over 1.2 billion dollars in revenue initially. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200,000,000 dollars
    Pluang international outlet (reported date)
  303. Key Figure Kingston, Bartow County, GA

    Data Center Dynamics

    Kingston Technology Hub water usage estimated at 50000 gallons per day. Kingston, Bartow County, GA, 2026.

    Key Figure 50,000 gallons per day
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  304. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    87% of respondents expressed concerns about impacts on their physical health. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 87 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  305. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    Data center and cryptomining facilities produce sustained noise exceeding 80 dBA from industrial cooling systems and backup generators. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 80 dBA
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  306. Key Figure St. Louis, Missouri, MO

    STLtoday.com

    St. Louis could receive about $8.3 million as early as next spring when the first building permit is submitted and approved for the Midtown data center project. St. Louis, Missouri, MO, 2026.

    Key Figure 8,300,000 USD
    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  307. Key Figure Alabama, AL

    Montgomery Advertiser

    Meta is investing 1.5 billion dollars in its Montgomery data center. Alabama, AL, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,500,000,000 dollars
    Montgomery Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  308. Key Figure Homer City, Indiana County, PA

    Tom's Hardware

    AWS data center campus in Homer City Pennsylvania proposed 4.5 GW across 36 buildings without seeking tax incentives. Homer City, Indiana County, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 4.5 GW
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  309. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Potable water usage reduced by 80 percent. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 80 percent
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  310. Key Figure West Virginia, statewide

    Albemarle Observer

    Up to 1,300 premature deaths projected in 2028 from data center health impacts. West Virginia, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,300 deaths
    Albemarle Observer news outlet (reported date)
  311. Key Figure Michigan

    PR Newswire

    Initial 20 MW deployment expected to generate more than $1.2 billion in aggregate revenue over maximum 20 year term. Michigan, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200,000,000 USD
    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  312. Key Figure Alabama, AL

    Montgomery Advertiser

    54,020 Alabama jobs or 2.56 percent of the state workforce are in occupations highly exposed to potential AI disruption. Alabama, AL, 2026.

    Key Figure 54,020 jobs
    Montgomery Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  313. Key Figure United States, national

    WRAL

    Data centers nationwide used about 228 billion gallons of water in 2023. United States, national, 2026.

    Key Figure 228,000,000,000 gallons
    WRAL local outlet (reported date)
  314. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    GuruFocus

    Customer has rights to another 32 megawatts, and full 52 megawatt deployment could generate more than 3 billion dollars over maximum contract term. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000,000,000 dollars
    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  315. Key Figure Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, IA

    Data Center Dynamics

    Each building at Project Lola spans around 285,445 square feet or 26,520 square meters. Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, IA, 2026.

    Key Figure 285,445 square feet
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  316. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Property taxes represent 40 percent increase in county tax revenue. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 40 percent
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  317. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    67% of respondents have considered moving or leaving their homes due to the noise. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 67 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  318. Key Figure Palmetto, Florida

    TBBW

    State law defines data centers as facilities with anticipated monthly peak electrical load of at least 50 megawatts. Palmetto, Florida, 2026.

    Key Figure 50 MW
    TBBW news outlet (reported date)
  319. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    As of April 2026, 42% of Americans live within five miles of an existing or planned data center. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 42 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  320. Key Figure Kentucky, statewide

    Bluegrass Institute

    Commonwealth Economics Partners study projects hyperscale data center over 12 years generates up to 435 million dollars in local taxes. Kentucky, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 435,000,000 dollars
    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  321. Key Figure Alabama, AL

    Montgomery Advertiser

    Google operates a 600 million dollar data center in North Alabama. Alabama, AL, 2026.

    Key Figure 600,000,000 dollars
    Montgomery Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  322. Key Figure Michigan

    PR Newswire

    Customer has right to additional 32 MW of capacity if exercised within first two years and continued through both extension terms, generating more than $3.0 billion in total revenue. Michigan, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000,000,000 USD
    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  323. Key Figure Texas, statewide

    The Texas Tribune

    Bitdeer facility in Rockdale uses more than 300 million gallons of water per year. Texas, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 300,000,000 gallons per year
    The Texas Tribune local outlet (reported date)
  324. Key Figure Colleton County, SC

    latimes.com

    Colleton County South Carolina data center proposal would have been 859 acres. Colleton County, SC, 2026.

    Key Figure 859 acres
    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  325. Key Figure Kentucky, statewide

    Bluegrass Institute

    Data center development creates around 3000 temporary construction jobs annually. Kentucky, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000 jobs
    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  326. Key Figure Enid, Oklahoma, Garfield County, OK

    cnhinews.com

    Project organizers are projecting a conservative 600 full time jobs once the project is completed. Enid, Oklahoma, Garfield County, OK, 2026.

    Key Figure 600 jobs
    cnhinews.com local outlet (reported date)
  327. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    90% of respondents expressed concerns about impacts on property values. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 90 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  328. Key Figure Shippingport, Beaver County, PA

    The Keystone Newsroom

    Project Phoenix will create more than 640 full time operational roles. Shippingport, Beaver County, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 640 jobs
    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  329. Key Figure Linden, New Jersey

    New Jersey Globe

    Data centers worldwide consumed 448 terawatt hours of electricity in 2025. Linden, New Jersey, 2026.

    Key Figure 448 terawatt-hours
    New Jersey Globe local outlet (reported date)
  330. Key Figure United States, national

    New Jersey Globe

    Data centers consumed 4.4% of the nation's electricity in 2023. United States, national, 2026.

    Key Figure 4.4 percent
    New Jersey Globe local outlet (reported date)
  331. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    Benzinga

    Initial 20 megawatt deployment expected to generate more than 1.2 billion dollars in revenue over 20 years. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200,000,000 dollars
    Benzinga national outlet (reported date)
  332. Key Figure Carbon County, UT

    Utah Trust Lands Administration

    Valar Atomics' lease agreement covers up to 640 acres of state trust land in Carbon County: 480 acres, with an option to add the other 160 if the Utah National Guard's lease on that part of the section is relocated, according to the Trust Lands Administration's staff memorandum. Carbon County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 640 acres
    Utah Trust Lands Administration primary source (reported date)
  333. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    71% of respondents who heard noise inside their homes reported it interfered with their ability to rest and relax. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 71 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  334. Key Figure Council Bluffs, Iowa

    Data Center Dynamics

    Two data centers at Project Lola each span around 285445 square feet. Council Bluffs, Iowa, 2026.

    Key Figure 285,445 square feet
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  335. Key Figure St. Louis, Missouri, MO

    STLtoday.com

    The city will receive half of the $19.6 million funding commitment at the beginning of the project and the other half when a full occupancy permit is issued, which is expected in spring 2028. St. Louis, Missouri, MO, 2026.

    Key Figure 19,600,000 USD
    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  336. Key Figure Texas, statewide

    The Guardian

    Water use by data centers in Texas could rise to 161 billion gallons a year by 2030, about 2.7% of all water used in Texas, or roughly the amount consumed by 1.3 million households. Texas, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 161,000,000,000 gallons per year
    The Guardian trade press (reported date)
  337. Key Figure Enid, Oklahoma, Garfield County, OK

    cnhinews.com

    City has current capacity to pump 10.5 million gallons a day from Kaw Lake. Enid, Oklahoma, Garfield County, OK, 2026.

    Key Figure 10,500,000 gallons per day
    cnhinews.com local outlet (reported date)
  338. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Frederick Digital Campus community benefits package worth $110 million. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 110,000,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  339. Key Figure Hawaii County, Hawaii, HI

    Honolulu Star-Advertiser

    Hawaii Island has total firm electrical capacity of 280.5 MW. Hawaii County, Hawaii, HI, 2026.

    Key Figure 280.5 MW
    Honolulu Star-Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  340. Key Figure Pennsylvania, statewide

    Central Penn Business Journal

    Based on current load forecast, reliability risk in 2030 is nearly six times PJM's planning standard under most likely scenario. Pennsylvania, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 6 ratio
    Central Penn Business Journal local outlet (reported date)
  341. Key Figure Michigan, MI

    Investing.com

    Initial 20 MW deployment expected to generate more than $1.2 billion in aggregate revenue over 20 year period. Michigan, MI, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200,000,000 USD
    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  342. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    $600,000 grant for Lake Mountain School District for three acres for future elementary school. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 600,000 USD
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  343. Key Figure Shippingport, Beaver County, PA

    The Keystone Newsroom

    Project Phoenix expected to support 3000 construction jobs. Shippingport, Beaver County, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000 jobs
    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  344. Key Figure Shippingport, Beaver County, PA

    The Keystone Newsroom

    Project Phoenix expected to drive 10 billion dollars in regional economic investment. Shippingport, Beaver County, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 10,000,000,000 dollars
    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  345. Key Figure Pennsylvania, statewide

    local21news.com

    Reliability risk by 2030 would be nearly six times PJM's standard. Pennsylvania, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 6 times standard
    local21news.com local outlet (reported date)
  346. Key Figure Secaucus, NJ

    Patch

    Approximately 5,500 gallons of diesel fuel spilled from storage tank. Secaucus, NJ, 2026.

    Key Figure 5,500 gallons
    Patch local outlet (reported date)
  347. Key Figure Kentucky, statewide

    Bluegrass Institute

    Commonwealth Economics Partners study projects hyperscale data center over 12 years generates 227 million to 232 million dollars in state tax revenue. Kentucky, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 227,000,000 to 232,000,000 dollars
    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  348. Key Figure Kuna, Ada County, ID

    latimes.com

    Meta data center in Kuna, Idaho cost 1.2 billion dollars. Kuna, Ada County, ID, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200,000,000 dollars
    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  349. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Campus includes $14.5 million workforce training center. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 14,500,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  350. Key Figure Michigan

    PR Newswire

    Management estimates Michigan Campus could support valuation ranging from approximately $750 million to $1.25 billion. Michigan, 2026.

    Key Figure 750,000,000 to 1,250,000,000 dollars
    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  351. Key Figure Michigan, MI

    Investing.com

    Michigan campus could ultimately support more than 300 MW of total power capacity. Michigan, MI, 2026.

    Key Figure 300 MW
    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  352. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Campus would pay $215 million in annual property taxes upon completion. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 215,000,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  353. Key Figure Michigan

    PR Newswire

    Michigan Campus could ultimately support more than 300 MW of total power capacity. Michigan, 2026.

    Key Figure 300 MW
    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  354. Key Figure West Virginia, statewide

    Albemarle Observer

    Data center electricity demand is projected to raise public health impact costs to between $11.7 billion and $20.9 billion in 2028. West Virginia, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 11,700,000,000 to 20,900,000,000 dollars
    Albemarle Observer news outlet (reported date)
  355. Key Figure Hawaii County, Hawaii, HI

    Honolulu Star-Advertiser

    AI data centers use 100 megawatts to 1 gigawatt of power depending on scale. Hawaii County, Hawaii, HI, 2026.

    Key Figure 0.1 to 1 GW
    Honolulu Star-Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  356. Key Figure Linden, New Jersey

    New Jersey Globe

    Data centers produced 189 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions in 2025. Linden, New Jersey, 2026.

    Key Figure 189,000,000 metric tons
    New Jersey Globe local outlet (reported date)
  357. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    Pluang

    Hyperscale Data values Michigan AI data center campus between 750 million and 1.25 billion dollars. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 750,000,000 to 1,250,000,000 dollars
    Pluang international outlet (reported date)
  358. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Campus includes $40 million recreational facilities. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 40,000,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  359. Key Figure Iowa, United States

    latimes.com

    Clinton, Iowa operating budget is 25 million dollars. Iowa, United States, 2026.

    Key Figure 25,000,000 dollars
    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  360. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    As of April 2026, approximately 3,000 data center facilities currently operate nationwide. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 2,026 facilities
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  361. Key Figure Secaucus, NJ

    Patch

    3,500 gallons of fuel removed from Anderson Creek so far. Secaucus, NJ, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,500 gallons
    Patch local outlet (reported date)
  362. Key Figure Shippingport, PA

    Beaver County Radio

    Project Phoenix data center capacity 2 gigawatts. Shippingport, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 2 GW
    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  363. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    $450,000 for construction of Walden Park Astronomy Park. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 450,000 USD
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  364. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    Total Meta investment in Utah more than $3 billion. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000,000,000 USD
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  365. Key Figure Arizona, statewide

    yourvalley.net

    Only seven states have more data centers operating or planned than Arizona, with the state having 113 data centers in operation. Arizona, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 113 facilities
    yourvalley.net local outlet (reported date)
  366. Key Figure St. Louis, Missouri, MO

    STLtoday.com

    The facility has 120 megawatts capacity. St. Louis, Missouri, MO, 2026.

    Key Figure 120 MW
    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  367. Key Figure Oklahoma City, OK

    News 9

    MIDCON data center is 60,000 square feet. Oklahoma City, OK, 2026.

    Key Figure 60,000 square feet
    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  368. Key Figure Michigan, MI

    Investing.com

    Management estimates Michigan campus could support valuation between $750 million and $1.25 billion. Michigan, MI, 2026.

    Key Figure 750,000,000 to 1,250,000,000 dollars
    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  369. Key Figure Texas, statewide

    texastribune.org

    Less than 30 percent of data centers responded to state mandated water usage survey in the last year. Texas, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 30 percent
    texastribune.org local outlet (reported date)
  370. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    Expansion to bring 1,200 construction jobs at peak. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200 jobs
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  371. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    GuruFocus

    Initial 20 megawatt deployment expected to generate more than 1.2 billion dollars in revenue over 20 years. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,200,000,000 dollars
    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  372. Key Figure Dallas, Texas, TX

    spectrumlocalnews.com

    ERCOT requests of 474 gigawatts are over five times ERCOT's record peak electricity demand. Dallas, Texas, TX, 2026.

    Key Figure 474 GW
    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet (reported date)
  373. Key Figure Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

    New Jersey 101.5

    DataOne facility value near 17 billion dollars. Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ, 2026.

    Key Figure 17,000,000,000 dollars
    New Jersey 101.5 local outlet (reported date)
  374. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    Benzinga

    Full 52 megawatt deployment could generate more than 3 billion dollars over maximum contract term. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000,000,000 dollars
    Benzinga national outlet (reported date)
  375. Key Figure Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, IA

    Data Center Dynamics

    Project Lola campus will total around 200 megawatts of capacity. Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, IA, 2026.

    Key Figure 200 MW
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  376. Key Figure Secaucus, New Jersey

    Bergen Record

    A medium size data center can consume more than 100 million gallons of water each year. Secaucus, New Jersey, 2026.

    Key Figure 100,000,000 gallons a year
    Bergen Record local outlet (reported date)
  377. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    83% of survey respondents reported hearing data center or cryptomining noise inside their homes. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 83 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  378. Key Figure Texas, statewide

    The Texas Tribune

    Only 28% of data centers responded to state mandated water usage survey in last three years. Texas, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 28 percent
    The Texas Tribune local outlet (reported date)
  379. Key Figure Parke County, IN

    wthitv.com

    Data center projects in rural Indiana range from 1,500 to 2,000 acres in size. Parke County, IN, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,500 to 2,000 acres
    wthitv.com local outlet (reported date)
  380. Key Figure Michigan

    PR Newswire

    Hyperscale Data establishes $750 million as minimum valuation for sale of Michigan Campus. Michigan, 2026.

    Key Figure 750,000,000 USD
    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  381. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    62% of respondents noticed a negative change in a pet's feeding habits. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 62 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  382. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    68% of respondents noticed a negative change in a pet's behavior. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 68 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  383. Key Figure Box Elder County, UT

    Deseret News

    Utah poll by Deseret News and Hinckley Institute conducted May 2026 found 53 percent of Utah voters opposing Box Elder project. Box Elder County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 53 percent
    Deseret News local outlet (reported date)
  384. Key Figure West Virginia, statewide

    Albemarle Observer

    West Virginia had six of the 10 counties with the highest household data center health costs in 2023. West Virginia, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 10 counties in top 10
    Albemarle Observer news outlet (reported date)
  385. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    95% of respondents expressed concerns about impacts on their mental health. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 95 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  386. Key Figure West Virginia, statewide

    Albemarle Observer

    Up to 600,000 asthma symptom cases projected in 2028 from data center health impacts. West Virginia, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 600,000 cases
    Albemarle Observer news outlet (reported date)
  387. Key Figure Indiana, statewide

    Bluegrass Institute

    Indiana Michigan Power rate reduction saves average homeowner 100 dollars annually. Indiana, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 100 dollars a year
    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  388. Key Figure Kingston, Bartow County, GA

    Data Center Dynamics

    Kingston Technology Hub projected to generate around 50 full time jobs. Kingston, Bartow County, GA, 2026.

    Key Figure 50 jobs
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  389. Key Figure Alabama, statewide

    The Tuscaloosa News

    Lowndes County would get about $18.9 million a year in property taxes from $1.3 billion Red Clay data center under Tuberville plan. Alabama, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 18,900,000 USD
    The Tuscaloosa News news outlet (reported date)
  390. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    Pluang

    Expanded to 52 megawatts could generate up to 3 billion dollars. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000,000,000 dollars
    Pluang international outlet (reported date)
  391. Key Figure Michigan, MI

    Investing.com

    Total 52 MW deployment could generate more than $3.0 billion in contract revenue over extension terms. Michigan, MI, 2026.

    Key Figure 3,000,000,000 USD
    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  392. Key Figure CA

    WRAL

    Altman stated average ChatGPT query uses 0.000085 gallons of water, about 0.32 milliliters. CA, 2026.

    Key Figure 0 gallons
    WRAL local outlet (reported date)
  393. Key Figure Secaucus, NJ

    Insider NJ

    DataOne data center in Vineland found to be running at least 45 unpermitted gas generators. Secaucus, NJ, 2026.

    Key Figure 45 generators
    Insider NJ local outlet (reported date)
  394. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Up to $100 million proposed for water reclamation system. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 100,000,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  395. Key Figure Enid, Oklahoma, Garfield County, OK

    cnhinews.com

    Data centers and power plant would use about 1.54 million gallons of water each day. Enid, Oklahoma, Garfield County, OK, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,540,000 gallons per day
    cnhinews.com local outlet (reported date)
  396. Key Figure St. Louis, Missouri, MO

    STLtoday.com

    About $8.1 million would go to improving high speed internet access and about $3.2 million to go to infrastructure around the Armory, including the Brickline Greenway. St. Louis, Missouri, MO, 2026.

    Key Figure 8,100,000 USD
    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  397. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    65% of respondents who heard noise inside their homes reported it interfered with their ability to sleep undisturbed. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 65 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  398. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    Approximately 1,500 additional data center projects are proposed. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 1,500 projects
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  399. Key Figure Hualapai Reservation, Arizona

    KJZZ

    The Huntley data center is planned to have 1 gigawatt capacity. Hualapai Reservation, Arizona, 2026.

    Key Figure 1 GW
    KJZZ local outlet (reported date)
  400. Key Figure Shippingport, PA

    Beaver County Radio

    Project Phoenix will create more than 640 full time operational roles. Shippingport, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 640 jobs
    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  401. Key Figure Michigan

    PR Newswire

    Master services agreement has initial term of 10 years with two five year extension options. Michigan, 2026.

    Key Figure 10 years
    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  402. Key Figure Oregon, statewide

    KATU

    Oregon has more than 100 data centers with about 30 more planned. Oregon, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 100 count
    KATU local outlet (reported date)
  403. Key Figure United States (multi-state, 11 states surveyed)

    GlobeNewswire

    54% of respondents who heard noise inside their homes reported it interfered with their ability to concentrate. United States (multi state, 11 states surveyed), 2026.

    Key Figure 54 percent
    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  404. Key Figure Kingston, Bartow County, GA

    Data Center Dynamics

    The site has a proposed footprint of 350,000 square feet. Kingston, Bartow County, GA, 2026.

    Key Figure 350,000 square feet
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  405. Key Figure Michigan, MI

    Investing.com

    Hyperscale Data established $750 million as minimum valuation for Michigan AI data center campus sale. Michigan, MI, 2026.

    Key Figure 750,000,000 USD
    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  406. Key Figure Kingston, Bartow County, GA

    Data Center Dynamics

    The project's estimated water usage is 50,000 gallons per day. Kingston, Bartow County, GA, 2026.

    Key Figure 50,000 gallons per day
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  407. Key Figure Council Bluffs, Iowa

    Data Center Dynamics

    Project Lola campus in Council Bluffs will total around 200 megawatts. Council Bluffs, Iowa, 2026.

    Key Figure 200 MW
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  408. Key Figure Kingston, Bartow County, GA

    Data Center Dynamics

    The project will generate around 50 full time jobs. Kingston, Bartow County, GA, 2026.

    Key Figure 50 jobs
    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  409. Key Figure CA

    WRAL

    2019 study found growing single California almond requires 3.2 gallons or 12 liters of water. CA, 2026.

    Key Figure 3.2 gallons
    WRAL local outlet (reported date)
  410. Key Figure Frederick County, MD

    Tom's Hardware

    Campus includes $10.5 million for agricultural preservation. Frederick County, MD, 2026.

    Key Figure 10,500,000 USD
    Tom's Hardware national outlet (reported date)
  411. Key Figure

    The Guardian

    Chemours PFAS discharge lawsuit settlement: 450,000,000 USD. Chemours, a lawsuit over PFAS discharges.

    Key Figure 450,000,000 USD
    The Guardian trade press (reported date)
  412. Key Figure Texas, statewide

    The Guardian

    Texas data centers consumed an estimated 25 billion gallons of water in 2025. Texas, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 25,000,000,000 gallons
    The Guardian trade press (reported date)
  413. Key Figure Shippingport, PA

    Beaver County Radio

    Project Phoenix expected to drive 10 billion dollars in regional economic investment. Shippingport, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 10,000,000,000 dollars
    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  414. Key Figure Box Elder County, UT

    Deseret News

    Utah has 48 operating data centers. Box Elder County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 48 count
    Deseret News local outlet (reported date)
  415. Key Figure North Carolina, statewide

    journalnow.com

    Duke Energy projects 80 percent of new energy demand will come from new data centers and other large energy users. North Carolina, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 80 percent
    journalnow.com local outlet (reported date)
  416. Key Figure Kentucky, statewide

    Bluegrass Institute

    Data center development creates 200 permanent operational roles with average salary of 105000 dollars. Kentucky, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 105,000 dollars a year
    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  417. Key Figure Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT

    KUTV

    $1.5 million plus annual $50,000 contribution to Lake Mountain Education Foundation. Eagle Mountain, Utah County, UT, 2026.

    Key Figure 1,500,000 USD
    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  418. Key Figure Iowa, United States

    latimes.com

    QTS facility in Cedar Rapids is expected to generate almost 500 million dollars in net property tax revenue over two decades. Iowa, United States, 2026.

    Key Figure 500,000,000 dollars
    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  419. Key Figure Michigan, statewide

    GuruFocus

    Hyperscale Data values its Michigan AI data center campus between 750 million and 1.25 billion dollars. Michigan, statewide, 2026.

    Key Figure 750,000,000 to 1,250,000,000 dollars
    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  420. Key Figure Secaucus, NJ

    Insider NJ

    At least 5,500 gallons of No. 2 diesel fuel leaked from Equinix data center in Secaucus into Anderson Creek. Secaucus, NJ, 2026.

    Key Figure 5,500 gallons
    Insider NJ local outlet (reported date)
  421. Key Figure Shippingport, Beaver County, PA

    The Keystone Newsroom

    Project Phoenix is a 2 GW data center campus. Shippingport, Beaver County, PA, 2026.

    Key Figure 2 GW
    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  422. Key Figure Linden, New Jersey

    New Jersey Globe

    Data centers used 4.5 trillion liters of water in 2025. Linden, New Jersey, 2026.

    Key Figure 4,500,000,000,000 liters
    New Jersey Globe local outlet (reported date)
  423. News Wire Federal

    Datacenter developers want your backyard. FAS says negotiate harder

    Federation of American Scientists urges local governments to negotiate better terms with data center developers, including tax limits, water use requirements, and decommissioning plans.

    The Register trade press (reported date)
  424. News Wire Federal

    The Guardian: 'Tidal wave' of Pfas being launched to satisfy AI industry, campaigners warn

    ChemSec's survey of the world's ten largest PFAS producers found most plan to expand production, citing demand from AI data center cooling and semiconductor manufacturing.

    data centers PFAS
    The Guardian trade press (reported date)
  425. News Wire Alaska

    Trump dismisses new AI guardrails, says there is a ‘SICK conspiracy’ against AI and data centers

    President Trump dismissed AI safety guardrails and data center regulation concerns as a conspiracy; VP Vance expressed caution about AI company requests for government regulation.

    Anchorage Daily News local outlet (reported date)
  426. News Wire Alabama

    AI could change 54,000 Alabama jobs, new analysis shows - Montgomery Advertiser

    Analysis finds 54,020 Alabama jobs exposed to AI disruption; state ranks 35th nationally. Data centers like Meta Montgomery and Google North Alabama bring investment.

    Montgomery Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  427. News Wire Alabama Data Center near Tuscaloosa →

    Tuberville's plan on data centers has good ideas, flaws | BRIAN LYMAN - The Tuscaloosa News

    Opinion column by Alabama Reflector editor evaluates Senator Tuberville's data center plan as having sound ideas but lacking enforcement mechanisms for environmental protection.

    The Tuscaloosa News news outlet (reported date)
  428. News Wire Alabama

    Alabama residents raise concerns over AI data centers in rural communities - wvtm

    AI Data Center Revolt Tour visited Alabama to highlight data center impacts on rural communities and encourage residents to voice concerns.

    wvtm local outlet (reported date)
  429. News Wire Arkansas

    The data center debates are only a preview of Arkansas’ AI challenges - easternprogress.com

    Arkansas editorial argues policymakers must address AI's effects including data center impacts, job losses, deepfakes, and misinformation.

    easternprogress.com local outlet (reported date)
  430. News Wire Arkansas

    Z Squared Closes Paradox Data Acquisition for $5M Preferred; Sets $1 Lease to Transition Site - TradingView

    Z Squared acquires Paradox Data at El Dorado, Arkansas data center for AI capacity development.

    TradingView national outlet (reported date)
  431. News Wire Arkansas Eaton Corp. North Little Rock Manufacturing Site →

    North Little Rock City Council will consider restrictions on data centers - Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

    North Little Rock City Council will vote on an ordinance restricting data centers to 2,000 feet from residential districts.

    Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette local outlet · Also reported by The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette local outlet (reported date)
  432. News Wire Arizona

    Arizona data center bills never got a full vote - Copper Courier

    Arizona Rep. Lorena Austin introduced bills to regulate data centers in Arizona but none received a full vote.

    Copper Courier local outlet (reported date)
  433. News Wire Arizona

    Hualapai Tribe enacts moratorium to halt ‘irresponsible development of hyperscale data centers’

    Hualapai Tribal Council enacted a moratorium on hyperscale data center development on its reservation, citing water and environmental concerns.

    KJZZ local outlet (reported date)
  434. News Wire Arizona

    Developers eye Native nations, tribal communities for new data center projects - Curry Pilot

    Page, Arizona passes land sale to Huntley LLC for 500 acre, 1 gigawatt data center; Navajo Nation opposes over water concerns.

    Curry Pilot news outlet (reported date)
  435. News Wire California

    Data Centers Reassess SoCal Amid Pushback Nationwide - Bisnow

    Developers reassess California as resistance to data centers grows in Arizona, Utah, and Nevada; some Southern California cities embrace projects while others ban them.

    Bisnow trade press (reported date)
  436. News Wire California

    Gilroy City Council will consider temporary moratorium on data centers - Gilroy Dispatch

    Gilroy City Council will consider a temporary moratorium on new data centers to review design and development standards.

    Gilroy Dispatch local outlet (reported date)
  437. News Wire California

    Almonds or data centers: which requires more water? Fact checking AI executive's claim about ChatGPT - WRAL

    OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims 38,000 ChatGPT queries use same water as one California almond; fact check finds claim misleading and underestimates actual data center water use.

    WRAL local outlet (reported date)
  438. News Wire California

    CRC proposes data center on Elk HIlls - taftmidwaydriller.com

    California Resources Corp proposes Golden Valley Technology Hub, 275 MW data center on Elk Hills near Taft, with conditional use permit filed.

    taftmidwaydriller.com news outlet (reported date)
  439. News Wire California

    ‘Full on Backlash’ Against Data Centers Occurring as San José Courts Them - KQED

    Silicon Valley data center boom fuels AI growth while Santa Clara and San José diverge on development policy amid growing public opposition.

    KQED local outlet (reported date)
  440. News Wire Colorado

    Majority of Coloradans dislike AI, new survey finds - Colorado Newsline

    Colorado survey finds two thirds of state residents oppose AI and data centers, citing water and power concerns.

    Colorado Newsline local outlet (reported date)
  441. News Wire Florida

    Orange County could temporarily ban AI data centers - Orlando Weekly

    Orange County commissioners will discuss a temporary moratorium on hyperscale AI data center construction, following dozens of Florida municipalities.

    Orlando Weekly local outlet (reported date)
  442. News Wire Florida

    Palmetto Moves to Halt Data Center Development for One Year - TBBW

    Palmetto, Florida city commissioners discuss one year moratorium on data center development to study water, power and land use impacts.

    TBBW news outlet (reported date)
  443. News Wire Florida

    Leon County neighbors to weigh in on proposed 18 month data center moratorium Tuesday - WTXL ABC 27

    Leon County, Florida residents will hear first public comment September 17 on proposed eighteen month moratorium on new data center applications while county develops regulations.

    WTXL ABC 27 local outlet (reported date)
  444. News Wire Georgia OpenAI Effingham County Data Center Campus (Project Camellia) →

    Pediatric Dentist Asks Whether AI Data Center in Georgia Will Displace Workers - c-span.org

    Pediatric dentist Jaha Howard expresses concern about AI data center expansion in Georgia; endorses Keisha Lance Bottoms' proposal for data center moratorium to study impacts.

    zoning
    c-span.org national outlet (reported date)
  445. News Wire Georgia

    Georgia Today: Candidates debate over data centers; Measles outbreak continues; Donkey lawsuit

    Georgia governor candidates debate data centers and transparency as campaign issue. Data centers become point of contention in the race.

    Georgia Public Broadcasting local outlet (reported date)
  446. News Wire Georgia

    Governor candidates trade barbs over data centers with less than a month until early voting starts

    Georgia gubernatorial candidates debate data center transparency and disclosure during campaign. Bottoms calls on Jackson to disclose data center investments.

    Georgia Public Broadcasting local outlet (reported date)
  447. News Wire Georgia Marietta Cobb Parkway Data Center →

    Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance launches statewide campaign on data center development - Marietta Daily Journal

    Georgia Chamber's Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance launches statewide advertising campaign on data center benefits.

    Marietta Daily Journal news outlet (reported date)
  448. News Wire Georgia

    Quiet Communities and Science for Georgia Release - GlobeNewswire

    First national survey documents that 83% of residents near data centers and cryptomines report hearing noise inside homes, affecting sleep and mental health.

    GlobeNewswire press release (reported date)
  449. News Wire Georgia

    Dead donkey lawsuit; A 'green light' for Ga. Power; Another data center moratorium; Road rage shooting - wgtjradio.com

    Chatham County Georgia commissioners passed a moratorium on large scale data centers of at least 10 megawatts for approximately five months.

    wgtjradio.com local outlet (reported date)
  450. News Wire Georgia

    Thor Equities submits plans for 150MW data center in Georgia, US

    Thor Equities submitted plans for a 150MW data center in Kingston, Georgia, estimated at one billion dollars and targeted for completion in 2030.

    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  451. News Wire Georgia

    Bottoms, Jackson trade hypocrisy claims in bitter clash over Georgia data centers - Atlanta News First

    Georgia gubernatorial candidates clash over data center regulation: Bottoms calls for statewide freeze; Jackson opposes blanket ban while proposing local controls.

    Atlanta News First local outlet (reported date)
  452. News Wire Georgia OpenAI Effingham County Data Center Campus (Project Camellia) →

    Pediatric Dentist Asks Whether AI Data Center in Georgia Will Displace Workers - C-SPAN

    Pediatric dentist Jaha Howard expressed concerns about AI data center expansion in Georgia and endorsed a moratorium proposal to study impacts including job displacement.

    C-SPAN national outlet (reported date)
  453. News Wire Georgia

    Data centers, power bills become Ga. election flashpoint - WRDW

    Georgia gubernatorial candidates debate data center policy; Bottoms proposes statewide freeze, Jackson proposes local approval requirements.

    WRDW local outlet (reported date)
  454. News Wire Georgia OpenAI Effingham County Data Center Campus (Project Camellia) →

    Effingham postpones OpenAI data center site plan review - thecurrentga.org

    Effingham County postponed review of OpenAI hyperscale data center site plan amid public outcry over secret negotiations and environmental concerns.

    thecurrentga.org local outlet (reported date)
  455. News Wire Georgia OpenAI Effingham County Data Center Campus (Project Camellia) →

    Georgia Power’s Grid Expansion Plans Spur Questions - RTO Insider

    Georgia Power approved 1,100 MW in solar purchase power agreements and released contract summary for 3.2 GW OpenAI data center.

    RTO Insider trade press (reported date)
  456. News Wire Georgia OpenAI Effingham County Data Center Campus (Project Camellia) →

    Effingham County town hall to address OpenAI data center project - WTOC

    Effingham County hosts town hall to discuss OpenAI Project Camellia data center, covering energy demand, Georgia PSC role, and community impact.

    WTOC local outlet (reported date)
  457. News Wire Georgia OpenAI Effingham County Data Center Campus (Project Camellia) →

    $20bn Project Camellia Data Center by OpenAI Faces Backlash at Effingham County Town Hall - Construction Review

    OpenAI's $20 billion Project Camellia data center in Effingham County, Georgia faces community backlash over energy consumption and water use at a town hall.

    Construction Review trade press (reported date)
  458. News Wire Georgia

    A.M. ATL: Big jobs - AJC.com

    Survey finds Georgia data center construction increasing competition for skilled workers in the region.

    AJC.com local outlet (reported date)
  459. News Wire Hawaii

    Editorial: Weigh data center risks and benefits

    Hawaii County Council considers Bill 170 to restrict AI data centers by distinguishing them from traditional data processing facilities due to water and power concerns.

    Honolulu Star-Advertiser local outlet (reported date)
  460. News Wire Iowa

    Dubuque County weighs data center health and pollution risks - KWWL

    Dubuque County Board held work session on data center pollution and health risks while creating new ordinance.

    KWWL local outlet (reported date)
  461. News Wire Iowa

    Jefferson Co. Supervisors talk data center committee

    Jefferson County supervisors formed a committee to study data centers one month after passing a 12 month moratorium on construction.

    Cedar Rapids Gazette local outlet (reported date)
  462. News Wire Iowa

    Rural America’s data center boom hits a wall of local resistance - latimes.com

    Rural Iowa and other small town communities are facing local opposition to data center proposals despite promised tax revenue and jobs.

    latimes.com local outlet (reported date)
  463. News Wire Iowa

    Data Centers, the Hot New Target for Taxation Next Year - National Review

    Iowa GOP gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn proposes cutting the state gas tax in half and making data center companies pay for the revenue loss.

    National Review national outlet (reported date)
  464. News Wire Iowa QTS Clinton Data Center Proposal →

    Clinton community raises awareness with No Data Center Concert - WQAD

    Clinton, Iowa residents organized a No Data Center Concert to oppose a proposed data center and demand stricter regulations to protect their community.

    WQAD national outlet (reported date)
  465. News Wire Iowa

    Edged tops out data centers in Council Bluffs, Iowa

    Edged topped out two buildings at its 200MW data center campus in Council Bluffs, Iowa called Project Lola.

    Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported date)
  466. News Wire Iowa QTS Cedar Rapids Data Center Campus →

    Data center boom fuels Corridor jobs , and a housing squeeze - Corridor Business Journal

    Data center construction boom in Cedar Rapids drives job creation and housing demand. Economic impacts emerge as hyperscale facilities advance.

    Corridor Business Journal local outlet (reported date)
  467. News Wire Illinois

    Meeting in Aurora to focus on Powers Act proposal to regulate data centers in Illinois - ABC7 Chicago

    Illinois legislature is revisiting the Powers Act, a data center regulation bill, after it stalled in spring 2026 legislative session.

    ABC7 Chicago local outlet (reported date)
  468. News Wire Indiana

    Rockville presentation examines impact of data center boom on rural Indiana communities - wthitv.com

    Citizens group held meeting in Parke County to examine data center impacts on rural Indiana communities and question industry practices.

    wthitv.com local outlet (reported date)
  469. News Wire Indiana

    Flock, data centers ahead this week in Northwest Indiana local government

    Michigan City Council to consider second reading of moratorium on data centers; restrictions being debated in Northwest Indiana.

    The Times of Northwest Indiana local outlet (reported date)
  470. News Wire Kentucky

    Data Center Dividend: Lower Power Bills and a Fatter Tax Base - Bluegrass Institute

    Bluegrass Institute fellow cites data center rate cuts in California, Indiana, and Georgia, and property tax benefits to justify data center development.

    Bluegrass Institute news outlet (reported date)
  471. News Wire Kentucky

    How stringently can Lexington regulate data center sites? Council explores limits - WEKU

    Lexington City Council explores how stringently to regulate data center sites amid public concern and a DartPoints proposal.

    WEKU local outlet (reported date)
  472. News Wire Louisiana

    ‘AI Data Center Revolt’ tour stops in Boyce - hawaiinewsnow.com

    An 'AI Data Center Revolt' bus tour stopped in Boyce, Nevada demanding stronger guardrails on data center development.

    hawaiinewsnow.com local outlet (reported date)
  473. News Wire Louisiana Delta Forge 1 →

    Nationwide ‘AI Data Center Revolt’ tour stops in Boyce - KALB | News Channel 5

    Activist group Humans First held a nationwide AI Data Center Revolt stop in Boyce, Louisiana on September 12, protesting data center tax incentives and lack of community input.

    KALB | News Channel 5 local outlet (reported date)
  474. News Wire Massachusetts

    AI experts say Healey’s order restricting data center construction in Mass. ‘makes sense’ - WGBH

    Boston University AI experts support Massachusetts executive order requiring local approval and clean energy for data centers, saying it makes sense.

    WGBH local outlet (reported date)
  475. News Wire Massachusetts

    Massachusetts Sets New Rules for Data Center Development - Construction Owners

    Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed executive order requiring local approval, clean energy planning, and community benefits for data centers above 25 megawatts.

    Construction Owners trade press (reported date)
  476. News Wire Massachusetts

    Mayor Calls For Data Center Ban In North Shore City - Patch

    Salem mayor proposes zoning ordinance banning data center construction, citing industrial legacy and environmental concerns.

    Patch local outlet (reported date)
  477. News Wire Massachusetts

    Ludlow joins WMass communities debating data center moratorium

    Ludlow and other Western Massachusetts communities debate data center moratoriums amid resident concerns over noise, water use and environmental impacts.

    MassLive local outlet (reported date)
  478. News Wire Maine

    Maine Data Center Advisory Council hears public concerns over environmental impacts - usmfreepress.org

    Maine Data Center Advisory Council held public listening session on August 27 to hear concerns about environmental impacts, water use, and the need for regulations.

    usmfreepress.org local outlet (reported date)
  479. News Wire Michigan

    Environmentalists push Michigan lawmakers to forge ahead on moratorium and regulations for data centers - route-fifty.com

    Michigan environmental groups call on state lawmakers to enact statewide data center moratorium and regulations as bills remain stalled in committees.

    route-fifty.com national outlet (reported date)
  480. News Wire Michigan University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory Hyperscale Data Center →

    Elected Officials Are Facing a Reckoning Over Their Collusion with Big AI - In These Times

    Community organizers call on elected officials to oppose AI data centers; cite movement against Big Tech and data center buildout.

    In These Times national outlet (reported date)
  481. News Wire Michigan

    Research Warns of Surge in Cancer Causing Forever Chemicals From AI Data Center Build Out - Common Dreams

    Experts warn of increased PFAS production from AI data center growth globally.

    Common Dreams national outlet (reported date)
  482. News Wire Michigan

    Michigan environmentalists push for statewide data center moratorium, regulations as bills stall - Planet Detroit

    Michigan environmental groups demand one year moratorium on data center construction; proposed regulations on permits, NDAs, and community benefits have stalled in committee.

    Planet Detroit local outlet (reported date)
  483. News Wire Michigan

    Environmentalists push lawmakers to forge ahead on moratorium and regulations for data centers - Michigan Advance

    Environmental groups push Michigan lawmakers to enact statewide moratorium on data center projects and establish better community protections.

    Michigan Advance local outlet (reported date)
  484. News Wire Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data values its Michigan AI data cen... - Pluang

    Hyperscale Data values Michigan AI data center campus between 750 million and 1.25 billion dollars, supporting valuation with new 20 megawatt contract generating 1.2 billion dollars over 20 years.

    Pluang international outlet (reported date)
  485. News Wire Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data sets $750 million minimum for Michigan data center - Investing.com

    Hyperscale Data sets $750 million minimum valuation for Michigan AI data center campus; 20 MW deployment under ten year contract with neocloud provider.

    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  486. News Wire Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    GPUS Looks 272.8% Overvalued on GF Value™ Amid Michigan AI Data Center Sale Plans - GuruFocus

    Hyperscale Data Inc values its Michigan AI data center campus between 750 million and 1.25 billion dollars and is exploring a sale or IPO of its Sentinum subsidiary.

    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  487. News Wire Michigan Mason Data Center Proposal →

    Mason data center town hall draws crowds opposed to proposed development - WILX

    Mason town hall on proposed data center in Vevay Township draws public opposition; company remains unnamed, annexation application pending.

    WILX local outlet (reported date)
  488. News Wire Michigan

    Jocelyn Benson calls for statewide moratorium on new data center construction - The Michigan Independent

    Michigan gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson calls for statewide moratorium on data centers and strict environmental regulation.

    The Michigan Independent local outlet (reported date)
  489. News Wire Michigan

    Michigan Governor's Race Features Clash on Data Center Ads - State Affairs Pro

    Michigan gubernatorial candidates John James and Jocelyn Benson release dueling campaign ads making accusations regarding data center developments.

    State Affairs Pro national outlet (reported date)
  490. News Wire Michigan Mason Data Center Proposal →

    Mason officials to hold data center town hall Monday - WKAR

    Mason city officials hold town hall to discuss potential data center development that could bring $1 billion investment and double the city's tax revenue.

    WKAR local outlet (reported date)
  491. News Wire Minnesota

    Data center moratoriums create legal and financial risks - Finance & Commerce

    Minnesota attorneys explain legal and financial risks that data center moratoriums create for developers and landowners, including cost delays and regulatory uncertainty.

    Finance & Commerce local outlet (reported date)
  492. News Wire Minnesota

    Lawsuit, resident concerns put Faribault data center on hold - southernminn.com

    A proposed data center in Faribault faced a lawsuit and residents' concerns after August environmental study approval by City Council.

    southernminn.com local outlet (reported date)
  493. News Wire Minnesota

    Developer, city officials outline plans for proposed Faribault data center - southernminn.com

    Developer and city officials in Faribault outline plans for a proposed hyperscale data center project.

    southernminn.com local outlet (reported date)
  494. News Wire Minnesota Meta Rosemount Data Center Campus →

    Where do Minnesota candidates stand on data centers? - Pioneer Press

    Minnesota gubernatorial and Senate candidates stated positions on data center regulation before the 2026 election.

    Pioneer Press local outlet (reported date)
  495. News Wire Missouri St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal →

    St. Louis could get $8.3 million from Armory data center by spring - STLtoday.com

    St. Louis Armory data center board expected to approve $8.3 million benefits deal with TerraWatt by spring 2027.

    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  496. News Wire Mississippi Jackson Lake Hico Data Center →

    GALLERY - Mississippi for a Just World, People Over Politics and the Mississippi Rapid Response Coalition hosted a free community training, focused on the growing presence of data centers in Mississippi and their potential impact on local communities - Jackson Advocate

    Community organizations in Jackson, Mississippi hosted training on data center impacts on water, energy, land use, and communities.

    Jackson Advocate news outlet (reported date)
  497. News Wire North Carolina

    NC AG Jackson requests new Duke rate class for data centers - NC Newsline

    North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson requests new Duke Energy rate class for data centers to prevent cost shifting to residential customers.

    NC Newsline local outlet (reported date)
  498. News Wire North Carolina

    NC Attorney General asks state to make data centers pay fair share on power bills - WECT

    NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson calls on state regulators to establish a distinct utility rate class for data centers served by Duke Energy to prevent cost shifts to residential customers.

    WECT local outlet (reported date)
  499. News Wire North Carolina

    Jeff Jackson pushes new Duke rate class so data centers cover their share, not residents - WCTI

    North Carolina Attorney General Jackson urges utility commission to create separate rate class for Duke data center customers to prevent cost shifting to residents.

    WCTI local outlet (reported date)
  500. News Wire North Dakota Applied Digital Polaris Forge 3 (Oliver County) →

    West Fargo residents to discuss data center development - InForum

    West Fargo residents invited to discussion about potential data center development; Applied Digital representative to address community concerns on September 17.

    InForum local outlet (reported date)
  501. News Wire Nebraska

    Lancaster County data center task force seeks applicants

    Lancaster County Board approves 15 member task force to study impacts of data centers and recommend land use regulations by end of year.

    Omaha World-Herald local outlet (reported date)
  502. News Wire Nebraska

    Lancaster County Board seeking volunteers for Data Center Task Force - KLKN-TV

    Lancaster County Board of Commissioners forms a Data Center Task Force to study guidelines for data center use, potential locations and procedural policies from October to December 2026.

    KLKN-TV local outlet (reported date)
  503. News Wire New Jersey

    Activists call for NJ data center ban after diesel spill into creek - Bergen Record

    New Jersey climate advocates call for statewide data center ban after 5,000 gallon diesel spill from Equinix Secaucus facility into Anderson Creek.

    Bergen Record local outlet (reported date)
  504. News Wire New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Thousands of gallons of diesel leak at AI data center in Secaucus - cbsnews.com

    Equinix data center in Secaucus discharged thousands of gallons of diesel fuel, with containment and remediation underway.

    cbsnews.com national outlet (reported date)
  505. News Wire New Jersey

    Energy Matters (Episode 214) - onnj.com

    Mount Arlington Mayor Mike Stanzilis discussed data center impacts on electric bills, water use, and local taxes in episode about New Jersey energy future.

    onnj.com news outlet (reported date)
  506. News Wire New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Thousands of gallons of diesel spill from AI data center in Secaucus, N.J. - cbsnews.com

    Equinix data center in Secaucus discharged approximately 5,000 gallons of diesel fuel into Anderson Creek on September 11, blamed on computer glitch.

    cbsnews.com national outlet (reported date)
  507. News Wire New Jersey

    Advocates call for NJ data center ban after diesel spill into creek - Yahoo

    Climate advocates call for statewide data center ban after Equinix diesel spill into New Jersey creek.

    Yahoo national outlet (reported date)
  508. News Wire New Jersey

    Advocates Call for Statewide Data Center Ban After Thousands of Gallons of Diesel Fuel Spill Into the Hackensack River - Insider NJ

    Climate advocates call for a statewide data center ban after an Equinix facility in Secaucus spilled diesel into the Hackensack River.

    Insider NJ local outlet (reported date)
  509. News Wire New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Data Center Fuel Leak Sends Diesel Into Creek Connected To Hackensack River - News12 | New Jersey

    An Equinix data center in Secaucus leaked diesel fuel into Anderson Creek, which flows into the Hackensack River.

    News12 | New Jersey local outlet (reported date)
  510. News Wire New Jersey

    Linden plans AI data center ban as New Jersey municipalities take action - New Jersey Globe

    Linden, New Jersey plans to ban AI data centers; at least 69 state municipalities have already adopted bans.

    New Jersey Globe local outlet (reported date)
  511. News Wire New Jersey

    OPINION: NJ should embrace data centers while limiting impacts - NJBIZ

    James Barrood argues New Jersey should attract AI data centers while requiring responsible energy, water use, jobs and community benefits to compete economically.

    NJBIZ local outlet (reported date)
  512. News Wire New Jersey Nebius and DataOne Vineland AI Data Center Campus →

    "You sold us out!" Vineland residents keep fighting anyway. - New Jersey 101.5

    Vineland Planning Board approved second phase of DataOne 2.6 million square foot facility backed by Microsoft after residents contested noise, water use and taxes.

    New Jersey 101.5 local outlet (reported date)
  513. News Wire New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Data center fuel leak sends diesel into NJ creek - FOX 5 New York

    A fuel leak at a data center in Secaucus New Jersey spilled thousands of gallons of diesel into a nearby creek.

    FOX 5 New York local outlet · Also reported by The Local Girl news outlet (reported date)
  514. News Wire New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Data center spills 5K gallons of diesel into New Jersey Meadowlands - Gothamist

    Equinix data center in Secaucus, New Jersey spilled approximately five thousand gallons of diesel fuel into unnamed tributary of Hackensack River on September 13, 2026.

    Gothamist local outlet (reported date)
  515. News Wire New Jersey

    Data Center Ban In Manchester Set For Council Vote - Patch

    Manchester Township Council votes to ban artificial intelligence data centers in the municipality after resident opposition.

    Patch local outlet (reported date)
  516. News Wire New Mexico Project Jupiter →

    Oracle to Launch Public Dashboard with Emissions, Water Use Data for New Hyperscale Data Center - ESG Today

    Oracle announced a public dashboard for Project Jupiter data center showing emissions, water use and environmental factors once operational in New Mexico.

    ESG Today news outlet (reported date)
  517. News Wire New Mexico

    Trump calls AI risks a 'hoax,' says there is a 'SICK conspiracy' against AI and data centers

    President Trump claims AI risks are a hoax, dismisses regulatory concerns, says his presence in office is sufficient guardrail, and asserts there is a conspiracy against AI and data centers.

    Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet (reported date)
  518. News Wire New Mexico

    Google eyes data center project in New Mexico - Breakingthenews.net

    Google announced it is exploring a new data center project in Lea County, New Mexico with ongoing community discussions.

    Breakingthenews.net news outlet (reported date)
  519. News Wire New Mexico

    Google considers new data center in energy rich Lea County, N.M. - Seeking Alpha

    Google is considering a new data center project in Lea County, New Mexico, focusing on community outreach, water stewardship, and renewable energy.

    Seeking Alpha national outlet (reported date)
  520. News Wire Nevada

    Las Vegas based Switch has gobbled up land in Southern Nevada and borrowed billions of dollars over the past few years, laying the foundation for new data centers amid a rapid industry increase that has rankled communities nationwide. STORY: lvrj.com/p

    Switch has acquired land and borrowed billions to develop new data centers in Southern Nevada, amid industry growth that drew community opposition.

    www.facebook.com social media (reported date)
  521. News Wire Nevada

    Nevada tribes and the fight against data centers

    Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe passes permanent moratorium on data centers on tribal homelands.

    Boise State Public Radio local outlet (reported date)
  522. News Wire New York

    Community groups say governor’s data center proposal lacks public input - Mid Hudson News

    Community groups criticize Governor Hochul's data center moratorium for lacking public input and transparency.

    Mid Hudson News news outlet (reported date)
  523. News Wire New York

    Alcoa nears sale for data center location - Yahoo Finance

    North Country Colocation Services plans to expand its Messina, New York data center with two 600,000 square foot buildings powered by hydroelectric sources.

    Yahoo Finance national outlet (reported date)
  524. News Wire New York

    Rep. Mike Lawler rips rival Cait Conley over AI data centers in hard hitting ad for battleground NY district

    Congressional candidates Mike Lawler and Cait Conley traded statements on data center policy in Hudson Valley race; Conley backs moratorium, Lawler opposes it.

    New York Post national outlet (reported date)
  525. News Wire Ohio

    Data centers are on the November ballot in these 18 Ohio communities - Ohio Capital Journal

    Ohio voters in 18 municipalities decide data center ballot measures on November 3, 2026, including bans and recalls.

    Ohio Capital Journal local outlet (reported date)
  526. News Wire Ohio

    Public hearing planned for 51 mile AEP transmission project - Chillicothe Gazette

    Ohio Power Siting Board schedules public hearing on 51 mile transmission line tied to Piketon data center campus.

    Chillicothe Gazette national outlet (reported date)
  527. News Wire Ohio

    Volato Completes Alignment Engine Merger, Expands Into AI Data Center Infrastructure - citybiz

    Volato Group completes merger with Alignment Engine, launching AI data center development at leased Ohio site with infrastructure underway.

    citybiz local outlet (reported date)
  528. News Wire Ohio

    Ohio Republicans Can’t Decide if They Love or Hate Data Centers - Columbus Underground

    U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno proposes federal tax on state data center subsidies; Republicans divided on data center support as public backlash grows.

    Columbus Underground news outlet (reported date)
  529. News Wire Ohio

    3 things to know about proposed Amazon data center in Trenton Ohio - Cincinnati Enquirer

    Amazon data center proposed for Trenton, Ohio faces referendum and other ballot measures.

    Cincinnati Enquirer local outlet (reported date)
  530. News Wire Oklahoma

    Data center, power plant organizers set open house about project - cnhinews.com

    Project Thunderbird, a data center and power plant campus near Enid, Oklahoma, will host a public open house on September 24 to discuss the 1,735 acre development planned across four sites.

    cnhinews.com local outlet (reported date)
  531. News Wire Oklahoma TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers →

    What to know about MIDCON data center in Oklahoma City - News 9

    MIDCON Recovery Solutions data center in Oklahoma City has been operational since about 2016, occupies 60,000 square feet in Quail Springs Business Park.

    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  532. News Wire Oklahoma

    Crusoe opens 2nd Tulsa facility, a 400,000 square foot data center - KJRH

    Crusoe Energy opens a second Tulsa data center facility, 400,000 square feet.

    KJRH local outlet (reported date)
  533. News Wire Oklahoma

    Crusoe opens Tulsa plant to build hardware for AI data centers - The Journal Record

    Crusoe Energy Systems opened a 400,000 square foot manufacturing plant in Tulsa to build low voltage switchboards for the Stargate mega campus data center campus in Abilene, Texas, used by OpenAI and Oracle.

    The Journal Record news outlet (reported date)
  534. News Wire Oklahoma

    Crusoe opens second Tulsa facility, a 400,000 square foot data center campus - KJRH

    Crusoe opens second Tulsa data center facility, a 400,000 square foot campus.

    KJRH local outlet (reported date)
  535. News Wire Oklahoma

    What to know about OKC CloudBurst data center campus - News 9

    CloudBurst Oklahoma City data center campus under construction with 200 MW capacity, three phases through 2028.

    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  536. News Wire Oklahoma TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers →

    What to know about TierPoint data centers in OKC - News 9

    TierPoint operates two data centers in Oklahoma City, both in northwest OKC near Northwest 39th Expressway, cooled with computer room air conditioning.

    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  537. News Wire Oregon

    Amazon VP on natural resources and data centers in Eastern Oregon - opb.org

    Amazon VP discusses company's data center investments in Eastern Oregon, addressing environmental and resource concerns.

    opb.org local outlet (reported date)
  538. News Wire Oregon

    Oregon data center committee wants to hear from you before sharing findings with lawmakers - KATU

    Oregon Governor Kotek's data center advisory committee released preliminary findings and opened a 45 day public comment period before 2027 legislative session recommendations.

    KATU local outlet (reported date)
  539. News Wire Oregon

    Portland Council to vote on ban on secret NDAs with Data Center Developers - kptv.com

    Portland City Council scheduled to vote Wednesday on resolution blocking secret NDAs with data center developers amid regional power and water consumption concerns.

    kptv.com local outlet (reported date)
  540. News Wire Oregon

    US Data Center Power Consumption by State (2026) - ElectricChoice.com

    U.S. data center sector consumed 176 terawatts per hour in 2026, with 2,100 facilities operating and 620 more under construction.

    ElectricChoice.com news outlet (reported date)
  541. News Wire Oregon

    Data centers emerge as a hot button issue in Oregon’s gubernatorial race

    Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced support for a moratorium on new data centers, while GOP challenger Christine Drazan also expressed support for a pause on approvals.

    OPB local outlet (reported date)
  542. News Wire Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Groundbreaking held for "The Project Phoenix" data center complex in Shippingport - Beaver County Radio

    Aligned Data Centers held groundbreaking for Project Phoenix 2GW data center complex at former Bruce Mansfield coal plant site in Shippingport.

    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  543. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Pa. regulators warn data centers could strain the grid - WGAL

    Pennsylvania utility regulators warn rapid data center growth could strain electric grid reliability and increase costs.

    WGAL local outlet (reported date)
  544. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Pa. Warns Data Center Growth Could Overwhelm Supply - Law360

    Pennsylvania Public Utilities Commission reported that data center electricity demand could raise grid outage risk to six times the regional reliability standard by 2030.

    Law360 trade press (reported date)
  545. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Activists rally at City Hall, demand Philadelphia data center moratorium - 6abc Philadelphia

    Philadelphia activists rally at City Hall demanding data center moratorium citing concerns about electricity, heat, noise, and pollution impacts on neighborhoods.

    6abc Philadelphia local outlet (reported date)
  546. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia protesters demand city leaders prevent data center development

    Philadelphia protesters demand moratorium on data center development. No current proposals exist but city officials identified two potential sites for AI data centers.

    WHYY local outlet (reported date)
  547. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Data center growth threatens electricity reliability in Pennsylvania - Central Penn Business Journal

    Synapse Energy Economics analysis warns Pennsylvania's electricity reliability at risk from data center demand growth; PUC announces actions including large load tariff and implementation of Act 45.

    Central Penn Business Journal local outlet (reported date)
  548. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Can PA's power grid handle data center development? The PUC worries reliability at risk - local21news.com

    Pennsylvania PUC warns rapid data center development threatens grid reliability; regional grid predicted to fail standards 2027-2030.

    local21news.com local outlet (reported date)
  549. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Pennsylvania commission warns rapid data center growth could impact electric reliability - Yahoo

    Pennsylvania PUC released analysis warning rapid data center growth threatens grid reliability; Chairman DeFrank warns grid fails reliability standard by 2027 without action.

    Yahoo local outlet (reported date)
  550. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Top utility regulator warns data center demand threatens electricity reliability - The Center Square

    Pennsylvania PUC Chair DeFrank warns data center development threatens electricity reliability; grid projected to fail standards by 2027 absent policy changes.

    The Center Square national outlet (reported date)
  551. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Pa.’s top utility regulator: Data center demand threatens electricity reliability - The Bradford Era

    Pennsylvania PUC Chairman warns that data center demand threatens electricity reliability in Pennsylvania and nearby regions.

    The Bradford Era news outlet (reported date)
  552. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Trump calls AI risks a 'hoax,' says there is a 'SICK conspiracy' against AI and data centers

    President Trump dismissed AI safety concerns and data center regulation as a SICK conspiracy, saying his presence in office is sufficient guardrail against rogue AI.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet (reported date)
  553. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Trump dismisses new AI guardrails, says there is a 'SICK conspiracy' against AI and data centers

    President Trump claims AI guardrails are a sick conspiracy and says China benefits from efforts to limit AI and data center development.

    The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet (reported date)
  554. News Wire Pennsylvania Homer City Energy Campus Redevelopment →

    After multiple delays, superload delivery to Homer City data center to begin Wednesday - TribLIVE.com

    Superload delivery to Homer City data center begins after multiple delays, indicating active construction phase of project.

    TribLIVE.com news outlet (reported date)
  555. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Inside data centers: What massive projects mean for power, water and noise - NBC10 Philadelphia

    Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announces requirements for large data centre projects to disclose projected water and energy use and pay for grid interconnection costs.

    NBC10 Philadelphia local outlet (reported date)
  556. News Wire Pennsylvania

    Mayor Parker to create task force placing guardrails on data centers in Philly - NBC10 Philadelphia

    Philadelphia Mayor Parker creates task force to establish enforceable guardrails for data centers; city faces calls for moratorium.

    NBC10 Philadelphia local outlet (reported date)
  557. News Wire Pennsylvania

    This week ahead: Data center hearings to be held - New Castle News

    Public hearings on data center ordinances scheduled for the week in Pennsylvania.

    New Castle News news outlet (reported date)
  558. News Wire South Carolina

    Laurens County Council to vote on one year data center pause - FOX Carolina News

    Laurens County Council votes on one year data center pause.

    FOX Carolina News local outlet (reported date)
  559. News Wire South Carolina

    Laurens County Council votes to approve one year data center pause - FOX Carolina News

    Laurens County Council unanimously approved a one year data center moratorium to study regulation of the industry.

    FOX Carolina News local outlet (reported date)
  560. News Wire South Carolina

    LAURENS CO DATA CENTER MORATORIUM - FOX Carolina News

    Laurens County Council voted on one year data center pause or moratorium.

    FOX Carolina News local outlet (reported date)
  561. News Wire South Dakota

    Mark Cuban Warns South Dakota Communities on PBMs, AI Data Centers and Corporate Power - Northeast Radio SD

    Mark Cuban warns South Dakota communities about AI data center expansion and corporate influence on utilities and policy.

    Northeast Radio SD news outlet (reported date)
  562. News Wire Tennessee xAI Colossus Memphis Supercluster Data Center Campus →

    SpaceXAI’s Colossus 2 data centre in Tennessee, the largest operational facility of its kind in the United States, relies on dozens of temporary trailer mounted natural gas turbines located just across the state line in Southaven, Mississippi. These units began o

    SpaceXAI's Colossus 2 data center in Tennessee is the largest operational facility in the US, powered by dozens of temporary natural gas turbines across the state line in Mississippi.

    www.facebook.com social media (reported date)
  563. News Wire Tennessee Project River Bradley County Data Center Campus Proposal →

    A Tennessee family wants to turn about 850 acres near the Hiwassee River into an energy campus that could - The Times of India

    Wright family proposes 850 acre energy campus with potential data center near Hiwassee River in Bradley County, Tennessee; residents raise concerns before planning votes.

    The Times of India international outlet (reported date)
  564. News Wire Texas

    Texas could penalize data centers for not reporting water use - texastribune.org

    Texas governor directs water board to penalize data centers for failing to report water use; less than 30% compliance rate.

    texastribune.org local outlet (reported date)
  565. News Wire Texas

    Gov. Abbott threatens data centers with penalties for failure to complete water usage reports - Houston Public Media

    Governor Abbott directs Texas Water Development Board to penalize data centers failing to submit water usage surveys and coordinate audit with ERCOT.

    Houston Public Media local outlet (reported date)
  566. News Wire Texas

    Gov. Abbott directs Texas water board to penalize data centers over water reporting failures - Click2Houston

    Texas Gov. Greg Abbott directs state water board to penalize major water users including data centers for failing to comply with water use reporting requirements.

    Click2Houston news outlet (reported date)
  567. News Wire Texas

    Gov. Greg Abbott orders Texas water agency to penalize data centers that don’t report their water usage - The Texas Tribune

    Texas governor directs water agency to penalize data centers failing to report water usage; only 28% compliance in recent survey.

    The Texas Tribune local outlet (reported date)
  568. News Wire Texas

    Texas governor threatens to penalize datacenters not obeying water laws - The Guardian

    Gov. Abbott directs Texas regulators to penalize data centers failing to disclose water use under state law.

    The Guardian national outlet (reported date)
  569. News Wire Texas

    Abbott Orders Penalties For Data Centers That Skip Texas Water Reports - Dallas Express

    Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Water Development Board to penalize data centers failing water use surveys, with violations carrying criminal consequences.

    Dallas Express local outlet (reported date)
  570. News Wire Texas

    Greg Abbott orders penalties for data centers that skip water reports - Houston Chronicle

    Texas Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Water Development Board to penalize data centers failing water use surveys, escalating enforcement scrutiny.

    Houston Chronicle local outlet (reported date)
  571. News Wire Texas

    Governor Abbott Directs TWDB To Penalize Data Center Reporting Failures - NewsRadio 740 KTRH

    Governor Abbott directs Texas Water Development Board to penalize data center reporting failures.

    NewsRadio 740 KTRH primary source (reported date)
  572. News Wire Texas

    Dallas ranks No. 1 for data centers, report says - spectrumlocalnews.com

    Cushman & Wakefield report ranks Dallas No. 1 global data center location, surpassing Virginia after 25 years; Abbott seeks ERCOT audit amid grid pressure.

    spectrumlocalnews.com local outlet (reported date)
  573. News Wire Texas

    Data centers are driving some conservative Texas voters away from the GOP

    Conservative Texas voters in Hood County are switching to Democrats or sitting out elections over opposition to data centers in their communities.

    Texas Standard local outlet (reported date)
  574. News Wire Texas

    The hidden workforce behind Texas' data center boom - KVII

    Texas data center construction is driving skilled trades jobs, with electricians in high demand and wages rising as projects expand across the state.

    KVII local outlet (reported date)
  575. News Wire Texas

    The hidden workforce behind Texas' data center boom - cbsaustin.com

    News report on the workforce behind Texas data center development, covering jobs and labor impacts.

    cbsaustin.com local outlet (reported date)
  576. News Wire Texas

    Childress Texas Is a Water Disaster Zone. A 750 MW Data Center Is Next Door. - Yahoo

    Childress Texas declared water disaster September 11, 2026 amid 1.75 GW of data center capacity; raises questions about industrial water use in drought.

    Yahoo national outlet (reported date)
  577. News Wire Utah Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center →

    Meta plans Eagle Mountain data center expansion, $2.5M community investment - KUTV

    Meta announces Eagle Mountain data center expansion with $2.5 million community investment including school funding and water conservation projects.

    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  578. News Wire Utah Stratos Project →

    Opinion: Are foreigners manipulating debates over data centers?

    Opinion essay discusses foreign bot campaigns claiming to manipulate US data center debates and cites Box Elder County Stratos Project opposition.

    Deseret News local outlet (reported date)
  579. News Wire Utah

    People against data centers are really opposed to a 'bad bargain,' survey says - Utah Public Radio

    Survey shows public opposition to data centers stems from concerns about utility cost increases; 74% would support projects if developers offset home electricity costs.

    Utah Public Radio local outlet (reported date)
  580. News Wire Utah

    Opinion: The data center conundrum

    Opinion column argues that more citizen influence over data center policy and less corporate control would address worker concerns about AI.

    The Salt Lake Tribune local outlet (reported date)
  581. News Wire Utah

    A Utah county OK’d a data center campus the size of 20 Costcos. Neighbors say they were left ‘in the dark.’

    Juab County Commission approved a large data center campus near Mona requiring 750 MW, drawing neighbor concerns about lack of transparency.

    The Salt Lake Tribune local outlet (reported date)
  582. News Wire Virginia

    Loudoun to consider data center pause, removing by right grandfather clause - News From The States

    Loudoun County proposed amendments to pause new data centre application processing and end by right grandfather clause for previously filed projects pending March 2025 rule change.

    News From The States local outlet (reported date)
  583. News Wire Wisconsin TierPoint Milwaukee Data Center →

    Bryan Steil has a financial stake in the data center boom he supports - The Milwaukee Courier

    Congressman Bryan Steil owns stock in GE Vernova and accepts donations from utilities powering data centers in his district while publicly supporting data center development.

    The Milwaukee Courier local outlet (reported date)
  584. News Wire Wisconsin PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center →

    South Wood County Neighbors for Responsible Development host Data Center Education meeting - WAOW

    South Wood County Neighbors for Responsible Development held a data center education meeting in Wisconsin Rapids on September 14, 2026, to discuss opposition to a proposed data center project.

    WAOW local outlet (reported date)
  585. News Wire Wisconsin PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center →

    Public meeting in Wisconsin Rapids Monday over data center developments - WSAW

    A public meeting was held in Wisconsin Rapids at Lincoln High School regarding impacts of a possible data center development.

    WSAW local outlet (reported date)
  586. News Wire Wisconsin PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center →

    CONLEY COMMENTARY , The data center - WSAU

    A columnist argues for openness to a proposed data center at an abandoned paper mill in Wisconsin Rapids despite local opposition from an organized group.

    WSAU local outlet (reported date)
  587. News Wire Wisconsin PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center →

    Free public meeting in Wisconsin Rapids today over data center developments - WSAW

    Public meeting scheduled in Wisconsin Rapids to discuss data center development impacts on local community.

    WSAW local outlet (reported date)
  588. News Wire West Virginia

    Morrisey’s data center plan includes local involvement. West Virginia communities are still in the dark. - Times West Virginian

    West Virginia communities unclear about Morrisey's data center plan despite promise of local involvement, per Mountain State Spotlight reporting.

    Times West Virginian news outlet (reported date)
  589. News Wire West Virginia

    WV data center secrecy and pollution issues loom large amid growing AI risks - Albemarle Observer

    West Virginia officials backed data center development amid health and environmental concerns. Reports warn electricity demand could raise public health costs to $20.9 billion by 2028.

    Albemarle Observer news outlet (reported date)
  590. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Hyperscale Data is evaluating options including outright sale, continued development or initial public offering of Sentinum subsidiary. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  591. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Alliance Cloud Services signed a master services agreement covering initial 20 megawatts of AI computing capacity with 10 year term and two five year extension options. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  592. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Management exploring options including selling campus, IPO of Sentinum subsidiary or continued development. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Pluang international outlet (reported date)
  593. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Alliance Cloud Services executed master services agreement with California based customer for initial 20 MW deployment at Michigan Campus. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    PR Newswire press release (reported date)
  594. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Alliance Cloud Services master services agreement with neocloud provider for deployment of 20 megawatts of AI compute capacity at Michigan campus. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  595. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Master services agreement initial 10 year term with two five year extension options. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  596. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Customer has rights to additional 32 MW of capacity at Michigan campus. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Investing.com national outlet (reported date)
  597. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    New 20 megawatt contract with California cloud provider. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Pluang international outlet (reported date)
  598. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Hyperscale Data explores sale or IPO of Michigan AI data center campus targeting valuation between 750 million and 1.25 billion dollars. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Benzinga national outlet (reported date)
  599. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    20 megawatt master services agreement with California cloud provider has 10 year term and two five year extension options. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Benzinga national outlet (reported date)
  600. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Campus could eventually support more than 300 megawatts. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Benzinga national outlet (reported date)
  601. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Company is evaluating options including sale, continued development or IPO of Sentinum subsidiary. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Benzinga national outlet (reported date)
  602. Project Filing Michigan Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center →

    Hyperscale Data Dowagiac AI Data Center

    Michigan campus could eventually support more than 300 megawatts, depending on financing, regulatory approvals, utility agreements and customer demand. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    GuruFocus national outlet (reported date)
  603. Project Filing Michigan University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory Hyperscale Data Center →

    University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory Hyperscale Data Center

    University of Michigan confirmed it will build its data center in Hydro Park near a local elementary school. The record reads proposed, reported September 14, 2026.

    In These Times national outlet (reported date)
  604. Project Filing Missouri St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal →

    St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal

    The developer agreed to have renewable energy account for half of the 120 megawatt facility's energy load within five years of operations and 100 percent within 10 years. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  605. Project Filing Missouri St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal →

    St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal

    TerraWatt is proposing to transform the old Famous Barr warehouse into a $4.1 billion data center, with the adjacent Armory site to be used as office space. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  606. Project Filing Missouri St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal →

    St. Louis Armory Data Center Proposal

    TerraWatt is expected to start construction by June 2027 and have the office portion be occupied by the end of 2028. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    STLtoday.com local outlet (reported date)
  607. Project Filing New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3)

    Thousands of gallons of diesel fuel spilled from AI data center in Secaucus. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    cbsnews.com national outlet (reported date)
  608. Project Filing New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3)

    Approximately 5,000 gallons of diesel fuel discharged from Equinix data center storage tank in Secaucus. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    cbsnews.com national outlet (reported date)
  609. Project Filing New Jersey Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3) →

    Equinix Secaucus International Business Exchange Campus (NY2, NY4, NY5, NY6, and NY3)

    Diesel fuel spill contained; did not reach Hackensack River, contained in Anderson Creek tributary. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    cbsnews.com national outlet (reported date)
  610. Project Filing New Jersey Nebius and DataOne Vineland AI Data Center Campus →

    Nebius and DataOne Vineland AI Data Center Campus

    Cooling requires more than 400 fans. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    New Jersey 101.5 local outlet (reported date)
  611. Project Filing New Jersey Nebius and DataOne Vineland AI Data Center Campus →

    Nebius and DataOne Vineland AI Data Center Campus

    Facility sits in a protected wellhead area with groundwater contamination risk. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    New Jersey 101.5 local outlet (reported date)
  612. Project Filing Oklahoma TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers →

    TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers

    MIDCON Recovery Solutions data center has been operational since about 2016. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  613. Project Filing Oklahoma TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers →

    TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers

    MIDCON data center located in Quail Springs Business Park. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  614. Project Filing Oklahoma TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers →

    TierPoint Oklahoma City Data Centers

    Data center meets FEMA Zone 4 rated and Seismic 2 rated earthquake standards. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    News 9 local outlet (reported date)
  615. Project Filing Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix)

    Groundbreaking held for Project Phoenix data center complex in Shippingport. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  616. Project Filing Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix)

    Project Phoenix built on former Bruce Mansfield coal fired power plant site. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  617. Project Filing Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix)

    Project Phoenix features closed loop cooling system that requires no water for operational cooling. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    Beaver County Radio news outlet (reported date)
  618. Project Filing Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix)

    Groundbreaking held September 10 for Project Phoenix data center campus. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  619. Project Filing Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix)

    Three building campus featuring closed loop cooling system requiring zero water for operational cooling. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  620. Project Filing Pennsylvania Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix) →

    Aligned PIT-01 (Project Phoenix)

    Project Phoenix built on former Bruce Mansfield coal fired power plant site in Shippingport Industrial Park. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported date)
  621. Project Filing Utah Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center →

    Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center

    Meta operates its Eagle Mountain Data Center campus at 1275 North Community Circle, which opened in 2021 and is expanding across five buildings. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  622. Project Filing Utah Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center →

    Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center

    Meta expands Eagle Mountain data center with $2.5 million community investment. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  623. Project Filing Utah Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center →

    Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center

    Meta first broke ground in 2018. The record reads being built, reported September 14, 2026.

    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  624. Project Filing Utah Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center →

    Meta Eagle Mountain Data Center

    Campus opened in 2021 at 1275 N. Community Circle. The record reads running, reported September 14, 2026.

    KUTV local outlet (reported date)
  625. Project Filing Wisconsin PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center →

    PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center

    Formal plans for the data center have not yet been submitted to the city. The record reads proposed, reported September 14, 2026.

    WSAU local outlet (reported date)
  626. Project Filing Wisconsin PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center →

    PNK Group Wisconsin Rapids Data Center

    A data center is proposed for the site of the abandoned Verso Paper Mill in Wisconsin Rapids. The record reads proposed, reported September 14, 2026.

    WSAU local outlet (reported date)
  627. Project Filing Wyoming SkyBox Data Center at Cox Ranch →

    SkyBox Data Center at Cox Ranch

    City put Cox annexation discussion on hold in April 2026. The record reads reported, reported September 14, 2026.

    k2radio.com news outlet (reported date)

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