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New Jersey residents sue data center over noise audible a mile away
News Clipthecooldown.com·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

New Jersey residents sue data center over noise audible a mile away

Residents in Vineland, New Jersey, have filed a lawsuit against DataOne over persistent, loud noise emanating from its 350-megawatt data center, which they claim disturbs sleep and causes vibrations. This case highlights a growing concern about noise pollution from data centers as the industry, particularly AI-related infrastructure, expands rapidly. The lawsuit seeks to address the nuisance caused by the facility's operational sounds.

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9/4/2026
Major East Coast Data Center Accused of Violating Federal Law
News ClipTruthdig·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Major East Coast Data Center Accused of Violating Federal Law

The DataOne facility in Vineland, New Jersey, a major AI data center backed by Microsoft and Nebius, is accused of violating federal law by operating dozens of unpermitted gas-powered generators. A visual investigation by Floodlight and The Guardian found 45 of 62 generators running without the required permits from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Residents have also filed a lawsuit over noise complaints and the city has issued stop-work orders for permit violations related to fuel cell installation.

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Microsoft
9/2/2026
Massive AI data center near Philly accused of running unpermitted generators
News ClipNortheast Times·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Massive AI data center near Philly accused of running unpermitted generators

An AI data center in Vineland, New Jersey, operated by DataOne, is accused of running dozens of gas-powered generators without proper permits, violating federal law and environmental regulations. This has led to stop work orders from the City of Vineland and an ongoing lawsuit from local residents over noise complaints. The facility provides AI computing power to Microsoft as part of a deal with Nebius.

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Microsoft
8/30/2026
Vineland data center allegedly operates gas generators
News ClipWHYY·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Vineland data center allegedly operates gas generators

Residents in Vineland, New Jersey, are concerned after a data center developed by DataOne for the Nebius Group, and linked to Microsoft, was accused of operating natural gas generators without a permit. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) observed natural gas power-generating equipment during an inspection and is requesting more information. This comes after DataOne previously received stop-work notices for unapproved construction related to an LNG tank and fuel cells.

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Microsoft
8/28/2026
Vineland, New Jersey data center accused of federal law violations for unpermitted generators
News ClipLatitude Media·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Vineland, New Jersey data center accused of federal law violations for unpermitted generators

DataOne, a Microsoft-backed AI data center in Vineland, New Jersey, is accused of violating federal law by operating dozens of unpermitted gas-powered generators, as revealed by a Floodlight investigation. Local residents have filed a lawsuit over persistent noise pollution and health concerns from emissions. New Jersey environmental authorities have confirmed no permits for the generators and the city has issued stop-work orders.

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Microsoft
8/28/2026
DataOne AI data center moves forward after Vineland Planning Board vote
News ClipPress of Atlantic City·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

DataOne AI data center moves forward after Vineland Planning Board vote$

The Vineland Planning Board has approved the latest phase of DataOne's controversial AI data center project. This approval allows for the creation of a fuel cell network and liquefied natural gas storage to power the 300MW facility. The 3.1 million-square-foot project is designed for artificial intelligence computing.

zoninggovernmentelectricity
8/19/2026
Vineland planning board approves 2nd phase of 300-megawatt data center plan
News ClipWHYY·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Vineland planning board approves 2nd phase of 300-megawatt data center plan

The Vineland Planning Board in New Jersey has approved the second phase of a 300-megawatt data center project, which includes facilities for liquefied natural gas storage and fuel cells to generate its own energy. Despite significant opposition from residents concerned about safety, emissions, and water use, the board voted 8-1 to approve the plan. The project is being developed by DataOne for Nebius Group as part of a deal with Microsoft.

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Microsoft
8/18/2026
City of Vineland, N.J. issues stop-work order to parts of data center
News ClipWHYY·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

City of Vineland, N.J. issues stop-work order to parts of data center

The City of Vineland, New Jersey, issued stop-construction orders to DataOne, developers of a 300-megawatt data center, for allegedly installing a liquified natural gas tank and fuel cell units without city approval. The project involves DataOne developing the facility for Nebius Group, which has a $17 billion deal with Microsoft. Community opposition group Sustain NJ advocated for the stop-work orders, citing a lack of respect for local approval processes.

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Microsoft
8/12/2026
Vineland, N.J. data center makes case for on-site power generation during 6-hour hearing
News ClipWHYY·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Vineland, N.J. data center makes case for on-site power generation during 6-hour hearing

DataOne defended its proposal for on-site power generation at a Vineland, NJ hyperscale AI data center using Bloom Energy fuel cells during a six-hour planning board hearing. The project, being developed for Nebius Group as part of a $17 billion deal with Microsoft, is facing resident concerns over air quality, water, and noise, with a class-action lawsuit already filed over construction noise and property values. The planning board has yet to make a decision on the second phase of the project.

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Microsoft
8/6/2026
New Jersey Data Center to Use On-Site Fossil Power Over Aquifer
News ClipNew Jersey Digest·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

New Jersey Data Center to Use On-Site Fossil Power Over Aquifer

DataOne is constructing a 350-megawatt AI data center in Vineland, New Jersey, for Nebius Group, which will generate its own power using natural gas fuel cells. The project is located directly over the Kirkwood-Cohansey Aquifer and has sparked significant community and environmental opposition due to concerns about noise, emissions, water usage, and impacts on local agriculture. Governor Mikie Sherrill has proposed a statewide regulatory framework for data centers but declined to enact a moratorium on new construction.

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Microsoft
8/6/2026
Vineland Planning Board weighs AI data center expansion at packed Landis Theatre meeting
News ClipFOX 29 Philadelphia·Vineland, Cumberland County, NJ

Vineland Planning Board weighs AI data center expansion at packed Landis Theatre meeting

The Vineland Planning Board held a special meeting to discuss a proposed expansion for the Nebius and DataOne AI data center. The meeting saw significant public opposition, with residents raising concerns about transparency, environmental impact including water and electricity usage, and quality of life. No final decision was made at this meeting, with further details unclear.

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8/6/2026
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.

electricitywatermoratoriumoppositiongovernment
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.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentelectricitywatermoratorium
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