N.J. enacts data center energy, water disclosure law
New Jersey has enacted a new law requiring data centers within the state to disclose their energy and water consumption. Governor Mikie Sherrill signed the bill into law, aiming to increase transparency regarding the environmental impact of data center operations.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has signed into law a new bill that mandates data centers operating within the state to publicly report their energy and water consumption. The legislation was enacted to enhance transparency regarding the environmental footprint of data center operations across New Jersey.
This move is part of a broader effort to provide greater insight into the resource demands of the growing data center industry, which has faced scrutiny over its energy and water usage.