New York order temporarily stops construction of data centers in state
News ClipWBUR·NY·7/14/2026
New York State has imposed a temporary moratorium on the construction of large data centers statewide. This action marks the first time such a measure has been implemented across the entire state.
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Gov: New York State Government
New York State has enacted a temporary moratorium that halts the construction of large data centers throughout the state. This measure is significant as it is reported to be the first statewide initiative of its kind. The development was discussed on "Here & Now" by Peter O'Dowd with Roben Farzad, host of "Full Disclosure."