Candidates across North Carolina are taking public stances on data centers as anti-data center activism grows in the 2026 election season.
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October 27, 2026
North Carolina Seeks Data Center Energy FundingState leaders want data centers to cover infrastructure costs to protect local residential ratepayers from price hikes.
October 16, 2026
North Carolina Voters Divided on Data Center GrowthA new poll shows tight public opinion on facility development alongside broad support for marijuana legalization.
October 14, 2026
Duke Energy Agreed on New Data Center RatesThe utility reached a deal requiring developers to cover infrastructure costs pending approval from state regulators.
October 13, 2026
Derek Warriner Will Seek House District 68 SeatThe candidate targets a November 3, 2026, election victory while proposing new local regulations for data center projects.
October 7, 2026
Jackson Requested Separate Data Center Rate ClassNorth Carolina's attorney general moved to shield residents from costs associated with rising data center energy demand.
October 2, 2026
Rise Power Systems Launched in North CarolinaThe new firm will manufacture power distribution equipment to support the growing data center infrastructure sector.
October 2, 2026
North Carolina Lawmaker Criticized Data Center MoratoriaState Representative Jake Johnson challenged local restrictions on data center development across North Carolina.
October 1, 2026
North Carolina Planners Proposed 54 Data CentersLocal governments have paused new applications to address concerns over electricity and water usage.
September 23, 2026
Whatley Disclosed Energy Stocks Amid Data Center GrowthFinancial filings reveal significant holdings in power companies supporting North Carolina data expansion.
