First reading of data center moratorium passes through City Council
The Memphis City Council has passed the first reading of a proposed data center moratorium. If enacted, this measure would pause the construction of any future data centers in the city. Memphis currently hosts 12 data centers, including two large campuses belonging to xAI.
The Memphis City Council is considering a proposal that would place a moratorium on the construction of new data centers within the city. The first reading of this measure has successfully passed through the City Council, indicating forward movement in the legislative process.
The potential moratorium aims to temporarily halt any future data center development in Memphis, often referred to as 'Bluff City'. The city is currently home to 12 data centers, including two significant campuses operated by xAI, along with several smaller facilities.