New York has become the first U.S. state to halt construction of large data centers after Governor Kathy Hochul announced a one-year moratorium. The ban applies to facilities using 50 megawatts or more and will remain in effect until the state establishes consistent standards for responsible data center development.
The move comes amid rising concerns over pollution, energy costs, and water usage, with similar federal legislation proposed by Senators Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez—though the measure faces political opposition over fears it could hinder American AI leadership.
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