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News ClipThe Apopka Voice·FL

Duke tariff tests Florida data center ratepayer protections

Florida regulators are evaluating Duke Energy Florida's proposed tariff for large data centers, which is the first test of a new state law, Senate Bill 484. The law aims to prevent the costs of serving large-load customers from being shifted to residential ratepayers. Consumer advocates argue that Duke's proposal does not go far enough to meet the law's requirements, while Duke maintains its plan provides sufficient protections.

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8/30/2026
Durham County passes 9-month data center moratorium
News ClipThe Duke Chronicle·Durham County, NC

Durham County passes 9-month data center moratorium

The Durham Board of County Commissioners passed a nine-month data center moratorium with a 4-1 vote, halting new data center development except for those under 100,000 square feet using closed-loop cooling systems. The decision faced opposition from residents and one commissioner who advocated for a stronger moratorium without exemptions, citing environmental concerns and potential impact on property values. County staff will use the moratorium period to research data center impacts and develop refined regulations.

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8/26/2026
NC bill proposes data center regulations, would keep local governments from offering incentives
News ClipWHQR·NC

NC bill proposes data center regulations, would keep local governments from offering incentives

North Carolina House Republicans have introduced a bill to regulate large data centers, requiring closed-loop cooling and noise assessments while banning local incentives. The legislation aims to protect ratepayers from rising electricity costs and ensure data centers cover their own energy expenses. The bill passed the House Energy and Public Utilities Committee and is now headed to the House Rules Committee.

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Microsoft
5/21/2026