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In 2026, more data center regulations could be coming in Maryland
Proposals could require state approval for projects, curtail their energy demand during peak times
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Maryland lawmakers push forward data center impact report, overriding Gov. Moore’s veto
The study will analyze the environmental and economic effects of the large tech facilities across the state.
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‘Not a red-blue issue’: Data center impact study bill sees new bipartisan push
Maryland legislators renew bipartisan effort to override Governor Wes Moore’s veto of a bill that would commission a comprehensive study on data center impacts
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Could Baltimore County get a data center? What to know about potential risks, benefits
Community leaders and residents examine plans for a proposed large-scale data center in Woodlawn
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Final Push: Veto Override
Update as of 12/16: The General Assembly voted today to override the Governor’s Veto on the Data Center Study Bill! Thank you to the Senators and Representatives who voted today for transparency around data center development, and the hundreds of Marylanders who wrote and called demanding this override! Update as of 12/9: Governor Wes Moore has signed…
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Massive data centers invaded Virginia and Maryland wants to be next
Maryland has many of the same characteristics that made Virginia an appealing location.
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How could artificial intelligence impact air quality?
This Bay Journal series explores the impacts of data centers on water supply, energy use and air quality in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
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Stop the Data Center at Landover Mall
To do: Community Corner: What your neighbors are saying about the proposed Landover Data Center: Educational Resources Issue History Write Your County Councilmembers TODAY:
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Before it greenlights data centers, Maryland needs data on their impact and costs
In order to manage rising costs and impacts on ratepayers, Maryland needs to understand the true impacts of data centers on our state.
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High Tech Debate
Some have raised concerns about noise, water usage and the significant amount of electricity data centers require, as much as a small city in many cases.