Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order requiring data centers with peak demand above 25MW to generate their own power and source 100% of electricity from clean energy sources.
The policy marks the latest state-level effort to regulate data center power consumption, with a focus on environmental standards. Large data centers, which consume substantial electricity to support computing operations, have drawn scrutiny from policymakers concerned about grid strain and emissions.
Under Healey's order, affected facilities must meet their full power needs independently rather than drawing from the broader electrical grid. The 100% clean energy requirement pushes operators toward renewable sources like solar, wind, or battery storage systems.
The 25MW threshold targets major facilities while exempting smaller operations. This approach aims to balance growth in the tech sector with Massachusetts' climate goals. Other states have implemented similar rules requiring data centers to offset their power consumption, though Massachusetts' mandate for independent clean power generation represents a more stringent standard.
The order reflects increasing pressure on technology infrastructure to align with state decarbonization targets as AI and cloud computing expand.
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