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New York Passes One-Year Ban on New Data Centers
The Verge·
New York's legislature has approved a one-year moratorium on the construction of new large data centers, pending the governor's signature. This unprecedented statewide ban aims to provide time for environmental and energy impact assessments. The legislation mandates a report on resource consumption and pollution, requiring companies to conduct impact studies before proceeding with new projects exceeding 20 megawatts in peak demand.
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