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Maine Becomes First US State to Ban Major Data Center Construction
Maine has become the first U.S. state to pass legislation banning the construction of new major data centers. The move aims to address concerns over energy consumption and environmental impact.
15 Apr, 02:14 — 15 Apr, 02:19
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Maine becomes first US state to pass data centre construction ban
Closely watched legislation could provide a blueprint for others considering moratoriums
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Maine to become first US state to bar major data centers
Legislators in Maine have endorsed a moratorium on building large data centers, becoming the first US state to try and rein in construction driven by the AI race.
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First report: FT · 15 Apr, 02:14|Full coverage: 2 · 5m|Window: 5m
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