Gov. Healey to make data center plan announcement

News Clip0:30WPRI·MA·9/8/2026

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is set to announce new expectations and ground rules for data center developers and operators in the state. These guidelines will focus on clean and efficient energy sources, air quality concerns, and job creation. The announcement highlights the administration's plan for responsible data center development.

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Gov: Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, Healey-Driscoll administration

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is scheduled to make a significant announcement regarding data centers in the state from the State House in Boston. The news conference, set for 1:30 p.m. today, follows earlier efforts by the Healey-Driscoll administration to establish guidelines for data center developers and operators.

These ground rules, which were initially laid out earlier this summer, focus on key areas such as the use of clean and efficient energy sources, addressing air quality concerns, and promoting job creation within the Bay State. WPRI 12 News is expected to provide further updates on the developments from the news conference later tonight, starting with its 4 p.m. broadcast.