Maine state senators are set to consider sweeping legislative limits on data center development under a bill that would significantly tighten oversight of large, energy‑intensive facilities as concerns rise around the country about electricity demand, strain on water and power systems, and long‑term effects on ratepayers.
Maine nears tighter oversight of energy-intensive data centers
Bill targets large facilities as lawmakers weigh economic growth against grid capacity, ratepayer risk
CoStar News
April 2, 2026 | 7:03 P.M.
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