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News ClipHartford Courant·CT

A look at what’s fueling the data center backlash across Connecticut. Tension is fueling intense debate.

Connecticut towns are moving to block or delay data center development amid concerns about electricity use, water consumption, pollution, noise and neighborhood impacts. East Lyme enacted an indefinite ban, while other municipalities have adopted moratoriums or considered new restrictions; proposed projects in Cromwell, Colchester, Bristol and Beacon Falls have also drawn significant opposition.

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10/26/2026

News ClipHartford Business Journal·CT

Data center opposition spreads across CT as towns weigh bans

Connecticut municipalities are adopting data center bans and moratoriums amid concerns about electricity use, water consumption and environmental impacts. The article also examines opposition to proposed facilities in Cromwell, Colchester, Bristol and other communities, while state lawmakers consider a statewide moratorium and changes to data center tax incentives.

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10/26/2026

News ClipDaily Mail·Beacon Falls, New Haven County, CT

Residents oppose proposed data center in Beacon Falls, Connecticut

O&G Industries is pursuing a potential 32-megawatt data center in Beacon Falls, Connecticut, although the town has not received a formal proposal. Residents have protested and submitted a petition with more than 2,500 signatures, citing risks to the Naugatuck River, bald eagles, the town’s character and electricity costs.

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10/11/2026

News ClipHartford Courant·Beacon Falls, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County, CT

Beacon Falls, Connecticut Residents Oppose Data Center, Call for Moratorium

Residents in Beacon Falls, Connecticut are strongly opposing a proposed 100MW data center project, organizing protests, and submitting online petitions. They are urging town leaders to enact a moratorium, citing concerns about water supply, environmental impact, and noise. This marks a significant shift in public opinion compared to a previous, smaller data center proposal for the same site.

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9/21/2026

News ClipCT Insider·Beacon Falls, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County, CT

Amid growing bans, tiny Beacon Falls sees data center as way to put it 'on the map'$

Beacon Falls officials are exploring a plan for a 100-megawatt "green-powered" data center on Lopus Road, developed by The Agency and designed by O&G Industries. This development comes as several other Connecticut towns have enacted moratoriums on data centers, suggesting the project could be controversial. The new design has not yet been presented for town board approval.

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8/6/2026