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News ClipFinger Lakes Times·Dresden, Yates County, NY

Vulcan data center proposal in Dresden draws concerns amid state moratorium

Vulcan plans to build an AI data center in Dresden, New York, replacing the existing Greenidge Generation cryptocurrency operation. Opponents, including Seneca Lake Guardian, are raising concerns about the new facility's electricity and water consumption, as well as noise pollution. The project faces regulatory hurdles and seems to conflict with a recently enacted state moratorium on large data centers.

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8/7/2026

News Clip1:45Big Fox News·Dresden, Yates County, NY

New York Governor Hochul Enacts 12-Month Data Center Moratorium

Governor Kathy Hochul signed a 12-month moratorium on new hyperscale AI data centers across New York State to develop stronger regulations, protect ratepayers, and natural resources. Critics, like the National Coalition Against Cryptomining, argue the executive order is weaker than a legislative bill and fails to provide adequate protections, especially concerning energy consumption by facilities like Vulcan's in Dresden.

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7/28/2026