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Data Centers Face New Power Regulations

Updated 2026-10-08 09:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Lawmakers are considering new regulations for data centers to address the rapid growth of AI infrastructure. The proposed legislation aims to balance the energy demands of tech companies with broader environmental concerns.

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Data centers face a sweeping new power regime

Lawmakers are considering forcing data centers to shoulder new costs and restrictions while speeding up the energy infrastructure needed to power the AI boom.Why it matters: The bipartisan legislation, unveiled last week, represents the most aggressive response yet from Wa

2026-10-08 09:15 UTC