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New York State has announced a halt to the construction of any new data centers. The decision was made by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul. Officials say the New York State has announced a halt to the construction of any new data centers.
The decision was made by Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul. Officials say the pause aims to address concerns about energy usage. The policy applies to all projects slated to begin in the coming months. Existing data center projects are
not affected by the order. State agencies will review permitting processes during the suspension. Industry groups have expressed interest in the rationale behind the move. The state plans to release further guidance on future data center development.