New York town imposes moratorium on 1-gigawatt AI data center after protests

The town of East Fishkill, New York, is considering a proposed 1-gigawatt AI data center from Treetop Companies. Local residents have protested the project, citing concerns over strain on the electricity grid and higher costs. In response, the town board has enacted a three-year moratorium to study the impact of such facilities on community resources. Additional worries include the project's environmental effects and the quality of long-term jobs it might create.