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News ClipOklahoma Energy Today·ME·4/7/2026
Maine is expected to pass legislation banning data center construction until November 2027, with the bill likely to be signed by Gov. Janet Mills. Separately, Microsoft is pursuing 1.4 gigawatts of natural gas power from a West Virginia microgrid project to support its data center operations.
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The state of Maine is poised to implement a significant ban on data center construction. Legislation proposing a pause in development until November 2027 is currently advancing through the state Senate and is anticipated to be signed into law by Governor Janet Mills, potentially making Maine the first U.S. state to enact such a measure.
In a separate energy development, Microsoft is reportedly seeking to secure 1.4 gigawatts of natural gas power. This substantial energy acquisition is intended to support the technology giant's data center operations, sourced from a microgrid project located in West Virginia. The article also notes the retirement of Tennessee Valley Authority CEO Don Moul amid discussions initiated by President Trump regarding salary caps for TVA employees.