Warren Township Committee Votes To Ban Data Centers

The Warren Township Committee in New Jersey has unanimously voted to ban data centers within the township, citing concerns about their strain on the energy grid, water supply, air quality, and noise pollution. Committeeman Daniel Croson, who introduced the ordinance, emphasized that the ban is about protecting residents and expressed pride in the decision.

Croson also advocated for a statewide moratorium on new large-scale data center development, arguing that individual towns cannot solve these issues alone. This move follows similar actions taken by other New Jersey communities such as Asbury Park, Andover, and Red Bank. A recent Stockton University poll indicated that over half of New Jersey residents support banning new data centers in their communities, reflecting growing public concern over their environmental and infrastructure impacts. Governor Mikie Sherrill has also called for transparency and accountability regarding new data centers in the state.