State and Local Regulation of Data Centers
News ClipMorning Ag Clips·PA·4/1/2026
Penn State Extension is offering a new webinar on April 7 to help communities and policymakers understand how data centers are regulated at state and local levels across Pennsylvania and the nation. The program will examine policy questions concerning energy costs, land use, water use, and zoning in response to data center expansion. It aims to provide insights into various regulatory approaches and policy tools.
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Gov: Penn State Extension
On April 7, Penn State Extension will host a new webinar to educate communities, policymakers, and stakeholders on the state and local regulation of data centers, an increasingly relevant topic in Pennsylvania and nationwide. The program will analyze how legislators, regulators, and municipal leaders are addressing the rapid growth of data center development.
The webinar will explore complex policy questions, particularly those related to electricity demand, water use, and zoning, and how governments are expanding regulatory approaches to manage these issues. It aims to provide practical, example-based insights into various jurisdictional strategies, enabling attendees to understand policy tools that guide development while protecting local interests. The free, registration-required event is intended for a diverse audience including local government officials, community leaders, energy policymakers, and industry professionals.