Arizona is the latest state to take measures to slow the development of data centers, as lawmakers and local officials seek to limit the physical backbone of artificial intelligence, often criticized for using too much water and power.
Arizona, a backbone for AI networks, is freezing tax breaks for data centers
Major players have set up shop since state incentives rolled out in 2013
By Ron Davis
CoStar News July 9, 2026 | 7:33 P.M.
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