News ClipThe Southern Maryland Chronicle·MD
Maryland Data Centers Test Local Planning in St. Mary, Calvert & Charles
Maryland counties are grappling with the rapid growth of data centers, driven by AI and cloud computing. Calvert County is considering a 24-month moratorium on data center approvals due to community concerns about power, water, and land use. Charles County has advanced strict zoning regulations for future data centers. Both counties and the state are facing increasing strain on the electricity grid.
3/17/2026
