New Jersey Towns Fight Back Against Data Centers | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Over 25 New Jersey towns are resisting data centers—fighting back over soaring energy use, water waste, and noise pollution. One developer is suing Andover Township after its reversal, claiming the decision lacks sound planning—but locals are united in opposition. Rising utility bills are fueling public anger, and state lawmakers are responding with new laws requiring big facilities to pay for their own grid costs. With New York pausing new builds and legal experts backing local governments’ rights, this case could reshape how communities across the state handle these massive, power-hungry…