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Data Center Signal is tracking 12 clips about Markley data center developments across 1 states, including MA.

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electricity92%

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zoning42%

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News ClipNew England News Collaborative·MA

Why New England doesn't have large AI data centers, and what the region is doing to prepare for them

The New England region has no hyperscale AI training data centers yet, but several proposals and existing facilities are prompting debate over land use, electricity, water, pollution and community impacts. Massachusetts has introduced requirements for large data centers, while New Hampshire’s governor is proposing a statewide moratorium and ISO New England is planning for future demand. Lowell residents have sued over generator pollution and noise at the Markley data center.

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10/22/2026

News ClipCBS News·MA

Gov. Healey signs executive order on new Massachusetts data centers: "We're giving communities full voice"

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed an executive order establishing new regulations for data center construction across the state. The order mandates community benefit agreements with local municipalities and requires new data centers to secure their own energy supply or contribute to a ratepayer protection fund. This statewide policy aims to give communities more voice and manage energy demands, although it has not appeased residents in Lowell who are actively suing to block a local data center expansion.

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9/8/2026

News ClipCommonWealth Beacon·MA

Massachusetts Considers Data Center Regulations Amid Local Concerns

Massachusetts is re-evaluating data center expansion following Gov. Healey's pause on tax incentives and growing local opposition. Communities like Holyoke, Westfield, and Lowell are taking action through bans, moratoriums, and project fights, citing concerns over energy consumption, environmental impact, and water usage. The article advocates for prioritizing community well-being over industry profits.

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8/12/2026

News Clip1:41GBH News·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

Lowell residents protest controversial data center expansion

Lowell, Massachusetts residents are protesting the expansion of the Markley Data Center, citing environmental concerns and alleging that the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection improperly granted permission. Residents have filed a lawsuit seeking a preliminary injunction to halt the addition of eight new diesel generators. Markley Group maintains the data center is vital for the state's digital infrastructure.

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7/30/2026

News Clip3:44NBC10 Boston·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

AI data centers: Economic opportunity vs. environmental concerns

A data center in Lowell, Massachusetts, operated by Markley, is facing scrutiny over its environmental impact and quality of life concerns for neighbors. The controversy highlights a statewide debate between economic opportunities and environmental costs associated with data center growth. Several communities, including Lowell, Mansfield, and Holyoke, have enacted moratoriums or bans on data center development, while Governor Maura Healey has pressed pause on tax incentives and set new expectations for future projects.

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7/18/2026

News ClipCBS News·MA

Massachusetts pauses tax breaks for data centers and addresses energy, water and noise concerns

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced a pause on tax breaks for data centers and released a framework to address their impact on communities. The new guidelines call for data center operators to use 100% clean energy and minimize water usage and noise pollution. This comes after the state passed a 20-year tax exemption for qualified data centers in 2024.

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6/25/2026

News Clip2:48CBS Boston·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

Take a rare look inside the largest data center in Massachusetts

A CBS Boston report features a rare tour inside Markley's large data center in Lowell, Massachusetts, highlighting its role in meeting increased data storage needs. The segment addresses the facility's power and water consumption, while also acknowledging ongoing concerns from nearby residents regarding noise and environmental impact on their neighborhood.

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6/22/2026

News ClipThe Independent·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

Lowell, Massachusetts, residents sue to halt Markley data center expansion

Residents in Lowell, Massachusetts, are fighting the expansion of the Markley data center, citing concerns about noise and air pollution. They successfully secured a one-year moratorium on data center development, but have now filed a lawsuit alleging the developer and state officials attempted to bypass necessary permitting for an expansion.

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6/18/2026

News ClipCBS News·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

A rare look inside the largest data center in Massachusetts nicknamed "the dungeon" by neighbors

The Markley data center in Lowell, Massachusetts, the state's largest, faces significant local opposition due to noise, appearance, and high resource consumption. In response, the City of Lowell recently enacted a one-year moratorium on data center construction and expansion. The article provides a rare inside look at the facility while addressing the growing unpopularity of data centers.

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6/18/2026

News ClipLowell Sun·Wilmington, Middlesex County, MA

Wilmington to explore bylaw prohibiting data centers

Wilmington's Town Manager is proposing an explicit bylaw to prohibit data centers, stating current zoning already implicitly bans them. This move is driven by resident concerns over water, electricity, and noise impacts, particularly after a resident referenced issues in Lowell. The town aims for a clear legal stance against future data center development.

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5/28/2026

News ClipCommonWealth Beacon·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

Lowell residents sue data center, state over air quality permit

Lowell residents have filed a lawsuit against the state Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and data center owner Markley, alleging improper approval of air quality permits for a data center expansion. The lawsuit claims MassDEP and Markley made an undisclosed agreement to circumvent resident opposition, focusing on the planned installation of eight new diesel generators. This legal action follows Lowell's enactment of the state's first data center moratorium.

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5/1/2026

News ClipCommonWealth Beacon·Lowell, Middlesex County, MA

Shifting politics around data centers scramble Healey AI push

A data center moratorium passed in Lowell, Massachusetts, sparking tensions between unions, environmentalists, and local officials. The moratorium highlights growing opposition to data centers nationwide and how this issue is complicating Governor Healey's push for AI and data center development in the state.

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3/17/2026