A review examines the Seneca Lake power plant's proposed move from Bitcoin mining to artificial intelligence computing and its water use.
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November 4, 2026
Data Centers Emerge as Key Issue in New YorkVoters in the 2026 election weighed concerns about data centers, which became a focal point in the governor's race and several congressional contests.
October 27, 2026
New York Enacts Year-Long Data Center MoratoriumThe executive order halts large-scale data center projects to assess energy and environmental impacts across the state.
October 16, 2026
New York Legislators Seek Data Center Subsidy AnswersLawmakers are calling for transparency regarding discounted electricity rates granted to data centers across the state.
September 30, 2026
New York Imposed Moratorium on Data Center PermitsThe state has paused new permits for one year to evaluate environmental and energy impacts of data center operations.
September 28, 2026
Lawler Demanded Data Center Electricity Discount RecordsThe congressman sought transparency regarding discounted hydropower rates provided to facilities in Orangeburg.
September 23, 2026
Onondaga County Will Complete AI Data Center StudyA county-wide feasibility assessment is set to wrap up as New York enforces a temporary construction moratorium.
