New York State Proposes Moratorium on Large Data Center Development

New York State is poised to enact a one-year pause on the construction of new large-scale data centers, a measure driven by the significant energy demands of artificial intelligence. This proposed legislation, awaiting the Governor's approval, would temporarily halt permits for facilities exceeding 20 megawatts. The moratorium aims to allow state agencies to assess the environmental, energy, water, and economic impacts of such developments.