Powering the future: Data centers are planned throughout Northeast Pennsylvania

Powering the future: Data centers are planned throughout Northeast Pennsylvania

News ClipTimes Leader·Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, PA·3/14/2026

Numerous data centers are being proposed in Northeast Pennsylvania, with over 150 people attending a seminar to learn about the burgeoning sector. The seminar covered topics like local zoning, construction, energy requirements, economic impact, and workforce development. Experts from companies like Amazon Web Services and utilities discussed the region's advantages in attracting data centers, while addressing concerns around water usage and power demand.

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Gov: Luzerne County Community College, Pennsylvania Commission for Community Colleges, Luzerne County
<p>WILKES-BARRE &mdash; Numerous data centers are being proposed in the region, and on Friday, more than 150 people heard from experts across all aspects of the burgeoning sector to learn firsthand what to expect in 2026.</p>