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The Digital Deluge: Artificial intelligence’s hidden cost in water, watts, and carbon -
News ClipNJTODAY.NET·NJ

The Digital Deluge: Artificial intelligence’s hidden cost in water, watts, and carbon -

Artificial intelligence infrastructure is driving significant increases in water, energy, and carbon consumption, with a Cornell University study detailing the state-by-state environmental footprint. New Jersey is experiencing a boom in data center development, exemplified by projects from CoreWeave in Kenilworth and DataOne and Nebius in Vineland. Senator Bernie Sanders has proposed legislation to give the public a stake in AI companies and regulate their societal impact.

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CoreWeaveOpenAIGoogle
7/15/2026
News ClipNJ Spotlight News·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Former Congressional Candidate Calls for Federal AI Data Center Moratorium

A former congressional candidate advocates for a federal moratorium on AI data centers, citing strong grassroots opposition in South Jersey and other communities due to concerns over electricity, water consumption, and lack of transparency. Residents feel excluded from decisions that profoundly impact their quality of life, leading to a call for national standards and rebuilding public trust.

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7/1/2026
News ClipNJ Spotlight News·NJ

Lawmakers back transparency on data center water, electricity use

New Jersey lawmakers are advancing a bill (A4096) that would require data centers to report their electricity and water usage semiannually to the state Board of Public Utilities. Environmental groups support the measure, citing significant resource consumption by these facilities and lack of transparency. The legislation aligns with Governor Mikie Sherrill's agenda for increased data center regulation.

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6/10/2026
I Spent the Day At a Noisy Data Center. Here’s What I Learned.
News ClipHeatmap News·Sterling, Loudoun County, VA

I Spent the Day At a Noisy Data Center. Here’s What I Learned.$

The article details the pervasive noise issues emanating from data centers, highlighting a visit to Vantage's VA2 facility in Sterling, Virginia, which is powered by gas turbines. It also discusses how residents in other locations like Chandler, Arizona, have successfully opposed data center projects due to noise concerns, leading to new ordinances and project rejections. Local officials are now considering changes to existing noise and zoning ordinances to better address these issues.

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VantageCyrusOneMicrosoft
4/24/2026
News ClipNJ Spotlight News·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

‘Left in the dark’: Pushback builds against Vineland data center

Vineland, New Jersey residents are actively opposing a massive data center project developed by DataOne and Microsoft due to concerns about persistent noise, significant water and electricity consumption, and potential environmental impacts. Community members are demanding transparency from developers and local authorities, highlighting a lack of defined city codes for data centers.

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Microsoft
3/30/2026
'Left in the dark': Pushback builds against NJ data center
News Clip7:42NJ Spotlight News·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

'Left in the dark': Pushback builds against NJ data center

A massive data center project by DataOne and Microsoft in Vineland, New Jersey, is currently facing significant local opposition. Residents are actively protesting the 2.6 million-square-foot facility, citing concerns about its substantial energy consumption, despite developer claims of 85% natural gas power and a closed-loop water system. Local groups are demanding increased transparency and information from government entities regarding the project's details.

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Microsoft
3/27/2026
N.J. town fighting back against construction of massive Vineland AI data center
News Clip3:30NJ.com·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

N.J. town fighting back against construction of massive Vineland AI data center

A 2.6-million-square-foot AI data center is under construction in Vineland, New Jersey, built by DataOne. The facility, which will supply AI computing power to Microsoft, is facing opposition from the local community. Residents are concerned about a "humming" noise from the data center and its substantial electricity consumption of approximately 300 megawatts.

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Microsoft
3/25/2026
Outcry over Vineland AI data center continues as facility seeks LNG approval
News ClipWHYY·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Outcry over Vineland AI data center continues as facility seeks LNG approval

Residents in Vineland, New Jersey, gathered to protest a hyperscale AI data center under construction, developed by DataOne for Nebius Group as part of a $17 billion deal with Microsoft. Concerns include the facility's proposed use of natural gas and a potential LNG tank, as well as impacts on air quality, water usage, electricity bills, and property values. A congressional candidate is calling for a national moratorium on new data centers.

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Microsoft
3/23/2026
NJ Senate committee backs bill forcing data centers to use their own renewable power sources.
News Clip70and73·NJ

NJ Senate committee backs bill forcing data centers to use their own renewable power sources.

The New Jersey Senate Environment and Energy Committee has passed a bill that would require data centers built in the state to use only renewable or nuclear energy to power their operations. The bill would take effect only if a majority of 12 other states in the PJM region adopt similar measures. The bill aims to address concerns over rising electricity costs and the strain that data centers are placing on the power grid.

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3/17/2026
Inside the battle over data center development that’s quietly reshaping N.J. politics
News ClipNew Jersey Globe·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Inside the battle over data center development that’s quietly reshaping N.J. politics

The story discusses the ongoing battle over data center development in Vineland, New Jersey. A 300-megawatt data center project by DataOne is facing opposition from local politicians and residents, who are concerned about the power and access being given to big tech companies. The issue has become a key part of political campaigns in the area, as more data centers are being built across the state and voters become more aware of the developments in their communities.

zoningoppositionelectricity
3/11/2026