Data Centers—Overview of State Policies and Regulatory Considerations

This memorandum provides an overview of state policies and regulatory considerations related to data center development and operations. States have taken varied approaches to attract data center investment while addressing concerns related to energy demand, water consumption, utility costs, environmental impacts, and community effects. This memorandum summarizes key policy trends and compares state approaches acrossContinue reading “Data Centers—Overview of State Policies and Regulatory Considerations”