Despite seven new statewide laws regulating data centers, at least 26 resolutions, moratoriums, or bans on data centers have been passed or proposed in California since June.
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Posted inPolitics & Government
Mendocino County supervisors extend data center moratorium to 2028, with a 3-megawatt exception
Supervisor Maureen Mulheren cast the lone no vote, saying a 3-megawatt threshold worked out over lunch was ‘not fully developed.’
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Newsom clamps down on California data centers as voters turn against the industry
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed seven data center bills into law, signaling a tide change toward regulation of the industry.
Posted inColumns & Opinion
Opinion: Mendocino County’s data center pause can buy a workforce plan
Supervisors can determine development that creates positive employment while addressing environmental and noise concerns.
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Mendocino County supes ban data centers—for the moment, at least
Supervisors voted 5-0 for a 45-day emergency moratorium.