NY data center moratorium waits for Hochul's signature
New York's Assembly and Senate have both passed legislation for a one-year moratorium on large data center projects. The bill, S10642, is awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's signature. It aims to address concerns about energy grid strain, utility costs, water use, and environmental impacts.
New York's Assembly and Senate have successfully passed legislation that would implement a one-year moratorium on new large data center projects across the state. The bill, S10642, currently awaits a signature from Governor Kathy Hochul to become law.
The proposed moratorium aims to address several growing concerns associated with the expansion of the data center industry, particularly with the increased use of artificial intelligence. These concerns include potential strain on the state's energy grid, rising utility costs for residents, significant water usage by data centers, and broader environmental impacts, as well as general effects on local communities.