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New York lawmakers pass one-year ban on new data centers

New York lawmakers passed a one-year ban on new large data centers. This moratorium, pending governor's signature, aims to assess environmental and energy impacts before further development. The bill requires an impact report on resource consumption and pollution for centers exceeding 20 megawatts peak demand.

The Verge·Jun 5, 2026

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