TLDRGeorgia has introduced a bill proposing a statewide moratorium on new datacenters, driven by concerns over their energy and water consumption as they power the AI industry. The bill aims to halt all such projects until March of next year to allow local officials time to set necessary policies. This move comes as Georgia leads the nation in datacenter construction, with at least 10 municipalities already passing their own moratoriums. The concerns include rising electricity costs, water use, and lost tax revenue. The bill also has political implications, as it may influence the outcome of the upcoming elections for the Public Service Commission and the governor's office.

Source: The Guardian January 26, 2026 14:37 UTC