EPA Proposes Making Data Center Pollution Disclosure Optional, Drawing Opposition

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering a rule that would allow states to decide whether communities are informed about the emissions from data centers. This proposal is part of the EPA's 2026 regulatory agenda, which outlines upcoming actions related to chemicals, PFAS, waste management, and air emissions. The move comes amidst growing opposition to data center projects across the United States, with concerns over their environmental impact, particularly regarding energy consumption and the use of diesel generators.