Nebraska Public Power

Commissioners punt on moratorium of data center development

Lincoln County, Nebraska commissioners considered but ultimately rejected a motion for a 90-day moratorium on data center zoning applications, though the broader discussion on a moratorium remains active for a future meeting. They did, however, unanimously direct the county's planning commission to review and revise existing zoning regulations concerning data centers. The debate highlights concerns over the significant electricity and water consumption of data centers amid rapid growth in the industry.