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New York Halts New Data Centers | Albany News
New York just became the first state in the nation to halt permits for new, massive data centers—thanks to a one-year moratorium signed by Governor Hochul. As AI demand surges and tech giants race to build energy-hungry facilities, communities are sounding the alarm over pollution, grid strain, and water use. While supporters tout jobs and tax revenue, especially near aging power plants, opponents fear the cost to local life and environment. The pause gives New York time to demand grid upgrades or clean energy from developers—so costs don’t fall on residents—and to craft rules that balance…
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