What happened: Maine's Democrat-led legislature approved a bill to temporarily halt new data centre projects. Governor Janet Mills has not yet decided whether to sign the measure into law.
Why it matters:
- The pause could affect technology companies planning to expand data infrastructure in Maine.
- Local communities may see changes in economic development and environmental impacts related to data centres.
MNN Take: The bill aims to address concerns about resource use and environmental effects of data centres, pending the governor's decision on formal approval.
Sources: NYTimes US