๐Ÿ”ฅCNBC: Maine Could Become the First U.S. State to Ban Data Center Construction Entirely


According to CNBC, Maine lawmakers approved a bill this week that will prohibit the construction of data centers in the state until November 2027. The bill is expected to be finalized in the coming days and will establish a committee to propose a regulatory framework to ensure that data centers do not lead to rising energy prices or cause other issues for residents. This move could pave the way for other states to take similar measures. Despite bipartisan support, the bill has faced opposition from tech groups and businesses. Glenn Adams, Business Development Director at Sargent Corporation, said that any place that pauses data center construction will fall behind. The company is headquartered in Maine and is currently building in Virginia and North Carolinaโ€ฆ
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