April 15, 2026

Maine passes first statewide moratorium on data centers

Maine's Legislature approved a moratorium on data centers requiring over 20 megawatts of power until October 2027, amid fears of higher energy bills and environmental strain.
The bill, sponsored by Democratic Representative Melanie Sachs, aims to give towns more say in data center projects and reflects growing local opposition to tech giants.
This legislation could set a precedent as at least 11 other states consider similar restrictions on data centers.