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News ClipThe South Shore Press·Yaphank, Brookhaven County, NY

State and Town Moratoriums Halt Proposed Yaphank Data Center

A proposed $1 billion data center in Yaphank, New York, developed by WF Industrial (Wildflower), is currently halted by two simultaneous moratoriums. One is a statewide executive order enacted by Gov. Kathy Hochul, and the other is an 18-month local moratorium proposed by the Brookhaven Town Board. The state's action freezes permits for large data centers while a new regulatory framework is developed, raising concerns and support from various political figures and community groups.

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7/16/2026

News ClipNewsday·Brookhaven, Suffolk County, NY

Brookhaven Town leans toward 18-month AI data center moratorium

Brookhaven's town board is expected to approve an 18-month moratorium on AI data center development, following a public hearing. This decision comes amidst growing opposition to a proposed 176.6-megawatt facility in Yaphank, driven by concerns over substantial electricity and water usage. The town's action follows a statewide one-year pause ordered by Gov. Kathy Hochul for similar reasons.

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7/16/2026

News ClipLI Press·Yaphank, Suffolk County, NY

The debate about data centers as state leaders place moratorium

A developer's proposed $1 billion data center in Yaphank, New York, is facing significant opposition, leading to moratoriums imposed by both the Town of Brookhaven and Governor Kathy Hochul. The project, named the Brookhaven Digital Infrastructure Facility, is currently paused while a regulatory framework is being developed to address concerns about the environment, energy grid, and local communities.

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7/15/2026

News Clip2:04Newsday·Yaphank, Suffolk County, NY

Data center proposed for Yaphank in existing warehouse complex

A new data center, named the Brookhaven Digital Infrastructure Facility, is proposed for Yaphank, New York. It would occupy three existing warehouses and plans to utilize an innovative closed-loop cooling system to reduce water usage. The project, backed by WF Industrial (Wildflower), represents an investment of over $1 billion and is expected to create numerous jobs.

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6/20/2026

News ClipNewsday·Yaphank, Suffolk County, NY

Brookhaven digital infrastructure facility promises $1 billion investment

A proposed $1 billion data center, the Brookhaven Digital Infrastructure Facility, is planned for Yaphank, New York, within existing warehouses. The project faces local opposition, including an anticipated 18-month moratorium from the Town of Brookhaven and skepticism from the Industrial Development Agency. Concerns center on power demand, environmental impact, and whether current zoning permits a data center.

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6/19/2026