New York Proposes Three-Year Moratorium on Data Centers Amid Growing Opposition Across U.S.
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Resistance to data center construction in the U.S. is escalating, with New York's recent proposal for a three-year moratorium being the latest development. The bill aims to pause new permits while evaluating environmental impacts.
This movement, supported by a bipartisan coalition, reflects widespread concerns over energy consumption and local community costs. More than 200 environmental organizations have signed a letter opposing data center expansion, citing it as a significant environmental threat.

Feb 11, 2026, 6:05 AM