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NJ Towns Fight Back Against Data Centers | Jersey News
A data center developer is suing Andover Township in New Jersey, claiming the town’s ban on these facilities is arbitrary and poorly planned — sparking one of the first major legal battles against a growing trend. Over 25 New Jersey towns have already banned or are considering bans, citing massive energy and water use plus constant noise. This comes as residents face record-breaking utility bills — nearly 22% higher this year alone. Experts blame AI-driven demand for electricity, prompting the governor to pass a law making big data centers pay for their own grid upgrades. Meanwhile, New York…
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