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Township authority over data center plans uncertain in Northampton County
News ClipThe Center Square·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Township authority over data center plans uncertain in Northampton County

Residents in Upper Mount Bethel Township, PA, are opposing a proposed data center campus from Slate Belt Holdings, which could include up to 2 GW capacity. Local officials are navigating zoning challenges and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the developer, with residents raising environmental, economic, and legal concerns. The township board voted to continue reviewing the MOU and challenge the developer's zoning validity lawsuit, indicating an ongoing legal and regulatory dispute over the project's feasibility.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentlegalelectricitywater
8/31/2026
Rejection of deal with data center developers fails in chaotic end to Northampton County township meeting
News ClipThe Morning Call·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Rejection of deal with data center developers fails in chaotic end to Northampton County township meeting

Upper Mount Bethel residents urged supervisors to reject a data center agreement, but a motion to do so failed after a new, unreviewed deal was revealed. Developers had filed a lawsuit challenging the township's zoning ordinance, which supervisors decided to oppose. The township is also drafting a new data center ordinance.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentlegalwater
8/25/2026
Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.
News ClipThe Morning Call·PA

Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.

Data center developers in Pennsylvania are increasingly requiring local government officials to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) before discussing projects, raising concerns among First Amendment advocates and lawmakers about transparency. While some officials refuse, others have signed NDAs with companies like Talen Energy and Amazon. In response, Pennsylvania lawmakers have introduced bills to curb the practice, and Governor Shapiro has issued an Executive Order prohibiting NDAs for data center projects moving forward.

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MicrosoftAmazonVantageQTS
8/25/2026
Potential agreement with data center developer still on table for Upper Mount Bethel, as zoning challenge looms
News ClipWFMZ.com·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Potential agreement with data center developer still on table for Upper Mount Bethel, as zoning challenge looms

The Upper Mount Bethel Township supervisors discussed a potential agreement with Slate Belt Holdings to allow a data center complex, which would resolve the developer's legal challenge to the township's zoning laws. A motion to reject any version of the agreement was defeated, keeping negotiations open despite strong public opposition over environmental, noise, electricity, and water concerns. The township also approved legal representation to defend against the zoning challenge, which is expected to be heard in mid-September.

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8/25/2026
Data center ordinance draws Northampton County taxpayers to local meetings
News ClipThe Center Square·Lower Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Data center ordinance draws Northampton County taxpayers to local meetings

Residents of Lower Mount Bethel Township are actively organizing against a proposed data center campus and a new ordinance that would establish zoning and performance standards for such facilities. The board of supervisors is set to vote on the ordinance, with most speakers urging rejection or stricter regulations due to concerns over rural character, water, noise, and environmental impacts. Developers have already scaled back the project in response to community input.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalelectricitymoratoriumgovernment
8/24/2026
Developers tout impacts of 3 data center campuses; Zoning meeting set for Wednesday on 4-3 Glenbrook Group project
News ClipTimes Leader·Salem Township, Luzerne County, PA

Developers tout impacts of 3 data center campuses; Zoning meeting set for Wednesday on 4-3 Glenbrook Group project

Salem Township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, is poised for significant data center development with three major campuses underway, including projects by Amazon, QTS, and the 4-3 Glennbrook Group. These multi-billion dollar developments are expected to bring thousands of jobs and substantial economic impact to the region. A crucial zoning meeting is scheduled for Wednesday to decide on an overlay zone expansion for the 4-3 Glennbrook Group project.

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AmazonQTS
8/23/2026
Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.
News ClipThe Latrobe Bulletin·PA

Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.

Data center developers in Pennsylvania are using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) with local and state officials, limiting transparency regarding new projects. This practice has raised concerns among officials and residents, leading to proposed state legislation to ban or disincentivize such agreements. Specific projects in Anthony, Kline, and Limerick Townships are cited as examples of this trend.

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MicrosoftAmazonVantageQTS
8/20/2026
Developer proposes data center on Allentown's East Side
News ClipLehigh Valley Public Media·Allentown, Lehigh County, PA

Developer proposes data center on Allentown's East Side

J.G. Petrucci Company has submitted plans for a 146,000-square-foot data center on Allentown's East Side, marking the second such proposal in the city. Allentown's City Council recently adopted more restrictive data center ordinances, creating uncertainty about which regulations will apply to J.G. Petrucci's project due to a legal debate over the 'pending ordinance doctrine'. The project faces challenges meeting new setback and lot size requirements, and is also under review by the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission.

zoninglegalgovernmentenvironmental
8/19/2026
First amendment advocates argue non-disclosure agreements create conflicts with existing public record law
News Clipabc27.com·PA

First amendment advocates argue non-disclosure agreements create conflicts with existing public record law

Data center developers in Pennsylvania are increasingly using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) with public officials, sparking concerns about transparency and conflicts with public records laws. While developers claim NDAs protect competitive interests, first amendment advocates and some officials argue they hinder public accountability for projects. Pennsylvania lawmakers have introduced bills to prohibit or disincentivize the use of such NDAs, with some bills passing the state House.

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MicrosoftAmazon
8/19/2026
Lehigh Valley community reschedules data center agreement discussion after overflow crowd forces cancelation
News ClipThe Morning Call·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Lehigh Valley community reschedules data center agreement discussion after overflow crowd forces cancelation

Upper Mount Bethel Township has rescheduled a meeting to discuss a data center agreement after an overcapacity crowd forced its cancellation. The proposed deal, drafted by developers, would end a legal challenge to township zoning laws and include up to $50 million in nonprofit donations in exchange for zoning changes and project approval. Residents from both Upper and Lower Mount Bethel Townships express concerns about the strain on water and power resources from data center development.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentlegalelectricitywater
8/18/2026
Data center developers press Lehigh Valley community to rezone farmland, quarry
News ClipThe Morning Call·Lower Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Data center developers press Lehigh Valley community to rezone farmland, quarry

Lower Mount Bethel Township officials and residents are frustrated by data center developers' request to rezone 240 acres of agricultural land for a data center campus. Hundreds attended a public hearing where opposition was vocal, and the township chair reiterated his commitment to preserving agricultural land. The township is finalizing a data center ordinance, and a vote is scheduled for September 14.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentelectricitywater
8/18/2026
Lower Mount Bethel Township data center proposal revised with community feedback, developers say
News ClipWFMZ.com·Lower Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Lower Mount Bethel Township data center proposal revised with community feedback, developers say

Developers of the Lower Mount Bethel Technology Center have submitted a revised proposal for a data center project in Lower Mount Bethel Township, Pennsylvania, based on community feedback. The updated plan significantly reduces the campus footprint, preserves agricultural land, and utilizes closed-loop cooling systems. The Lower Mount Bethel Board of Supervisors is scheduled to hold a public hearing to discuss an ordinance regulating data centers in the township.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernment
8/14/2026
Natural Gas Dominates PJM’s First Reformed Grid Queue, Driven by Data-Center Demand
News ClipThe Daily Item·Montour County, PA

Natural Gas Dominates PJM’s First Reformed Grid Queue, Driven by Data-Center Demand

Natural gas projects are now dominating PJM Interconnection's reformed grid queue, largely driven by the surging electricity demand from data centers. This marks a significant shift from previous years when renewable energy projects were more prevalent but often failed to materialize. Talen Energy's request to rezone land near its Montour Steam Electric Station for data center development exemplifies this growing demand.

electricityzoninggovernment
8/13/2026
Upper Mount Bethel sets meeting to consider data center agreement with developers
News ClipThe Morning Call·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Upper Mount Bethel sets meeting to consider data center agreement with developers

Upper Mount Bethel Township supervisors are holding a special meeting to consider an agreement with data center developers, Slate Belt Holdings, LLC. The agreement involves developers dropping a legal challenge to zoning laws and offering up to $50 million in donations in exchange for zoning changes and project approval. Residents have voiced strong opposition to the proposed development and the previously drafted Memorandum of Understanding.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalannouncementgovernmentlegal
8/12/2026
Data center developers want to build in three Pa. communities. Each has its own experience
News ClipIndiana Gazette Online·Derry, Montour County, PA

Data center developers want to build in three Pa. communities. Each has its own experience$

Talen Energy has submitted requests to rezone hundreds of acres in Derry Township, Montour County, for a data center project, which has sparked significant community opposition. The article also discusses other data center developments in Lycoming and Cumberland Counties, showcasing varied local experiences across Pennsylvania.

zoningoppositiongovernment
8/11/2026
Upper Mount Bethel data center developers would drop legal action, donate up to $50 million under tabled deal
News ClipThe Morning Call·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Upper Mount Bethel data center developers would drop legal action, donate up to $50 million under tabled deal

Upper Mount Bethel Township supervisors tabled an agreement with data center developers Slate Belt Holdings, Talen Energy, and River Pointe Logistics. The proposed deal involved developers dropping a legal challenge to township zoning laws and donating up to $50 million in exchange for zoning changes and project approval. The decision was met with significant resident opposition and concerns about the agreement's one-sided nature and transparency.

zoninglegaloppositionenvironmentalgovernment
8/11/2026
Natural Gas Dominates PJM’s First Reformed Grid Queue, Driven by Data-Center Demand -
News ClipThe Southern Maryland Chronicle·Berwick, Columbia County, PA

Natural Gas Dominates PJM’s First Reformed Grid Queue, Driven by Data-Center Demand -

Natural gas projects have surged to the top in PJM Interconnection's first round of its reformed grid queue, making up nearly half of the more than 200 gigawatts qualified for study. This shift is primarily driven by an expected 70-gigawatt increase in demand by 2038, largely from data centers. PJM's new "first-ready, first-served" system aims to streamline the process by requiring developers to prove project viability upfront.

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Amazon
8/10/2026
Upper Mount Bethel Township faces zoning challenge from data center developers
News ClipThe Morning Call·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Upper Mount Bethel Township faces zoning challenge from data center developers

Data center developers in Upper Mount Bethel Township are challenging the municipality's zoning ordinance, arguing it unlawfully excludes data centers. They seek approval for a proposed 24-building data center campus on 754 acres of industrial land. Residents and an environmental group are raising concerns about environmental impacts and transparency.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalelectricitywatergovernment
7/29/2026
Pennsylvania Citizens Emphasize Importance of Community Involvement in Data Center Opposition
News ClipWilliamsport Sun-Gazette -·Covington, Lackawanna County, PA

Pennsylvania Citizens Emphasize Importance of Community Involvement in Data Center Opposition

Isabella Bevilacqua became a regional leader in data center opposition after officials pushed through a 1,000-acre project near her Covington Township, Lackawanna County home despite community objections. She emphasizes the critical role of citizen involvement in demanding transparency and accountability from local officials. Other activists echo the importance of community awareness, unity, and proactive engagement with local government to influence decisions on data center developments and protect communities.

oppositionenvironmentalwaterzoning
7/28/2026
Upper Mount Bethel OKs Amendment to Data Center Rules
News ClipWFMZ.com·Upper Mount Bethel, Northampton County, PA

Upper Mount Bethel OKs Amendment to Data Center Rules

The Upper Mount Bethel Township Board of Supervisors approved an amendment to data center regulations, including new performance standards for noise, vibrations, and setbacks. This action comes amidst a legal challenge filed by Slate Belt Holdings, a partner of Talen Energy, which has requested a hearing before the zoning hearing board regarding the ordinance. Residents also voiced concerns about the transparency of discussions between supervisors and developers.

zoninggovernmentlegalopposition
7/25/2026