Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center

Data Center Signal is tracking 4 clips about Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center data center developments across 1 states, including MA.

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News ClipWBUR·Holyoke, Hampden County, MA

Holyoke banned new data centers. But it likes the eco-conscious one it already has

Holyoke, Massachusetts, has enacted a ban on new data centers due to environmental concerns, making an exception for the established, eco-conscious Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center. This facility, co-founded by several universities, is highlighted as a model for sustainable data center development. Meanwhile, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has signed an executive order requiring local municipal approval and adherence to clean energy guidelines for any new state-permitted data centers.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity water moratorium

9/11/2026

News ClipWAMC·Westfield, Hampden County, MA

Pioneer Valley communities continue to rally against data centers

Communities across Massachusetts' Pioneer Valley are actively rallying against data center developments, raising concerns about power, water usage, and environmental impact. Westfield recently enacted a one-year data center moratorium, and Holyoke passed an outright ban. The state government has also paused data center tax incentives and is working on new regulations.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity water moratorium

7/13/2026

News ClipThe Shoestring·Holyoke, Hampden County, MA

Holyoke bans new data centers, Westfield proposes moratorium

Holyoke, Massachusetts, has enacted a ban on new data centers, thwarting a project by Chestnut River Power Data Center. Concurrently, Westfield, Massachusetts, is moving towards a one-year moratorium on data center construction, amidst significant public opposition over environmental and resource concerns. The statewide discontent has prompted Governor Maura Healey to halt data center tax breaks and State Senator John Velis to propose legislation for data centers to cover their electricity and water costs.

zoning opposition environmental announcement government electricity water moratorium

7/2/2026

News ClipThe Reminder·Holyoke, Hampden County, MA

Holyoke bans future data center developments

The Holyoke City Council has voted 9-4 to ban future data center developments within the city by amending its zoning ordinance. This decision follows significant community opposition to a proposed 20-megawatt data center by Chestnut River Power and Infrastructure on Water Street, which will now not proceed. A separate motion for a two-year moratorium on data center applications failed.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity moratorium

6/17/2026