New York lawmakers propose a three-year pause on new data centers
February 18, 2026
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•New York lawmakers have proposed a three-year moratorium on new data centers due to concerns about the impact on communities and energy costs.
•Several states are considering similar pauses, with bipartisan criticism regarding data centers' energy consumption and potential impact.
•New York's governor has announced an initiative to modernize how large energy users connect to the grid and ensure they pay their fair share.
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