Dan Diorio
Coverage of Dan Diorio in the Nexus archive.
- Texas lieutenant governor candidate calls for moratorium on data centers
Texas lieutenant governor candidate Vikki Goodwin called for a moratorium on new data centers until regulations are established, citing concerns about energy costs and water depletion. The Data Center Coalition opposed the move, warning it could harm Texas' economic growth. The issue coincided with a data center and energy industry convention in Austin discussing the sector's expanding electricity demands.
- Do data centers impact our physical health? Studies are few and far between.
The article discusses the limited research on health impacts of data centers, highlighting Virginia's high concentration of facilities and a study by Neha Gour and colleagues that identifies environmental and health challenges. It notes recommendations for sustainable design and operations to mitigate risks, while emphasizing the essential role of data centers in modern services.
- Global data center energy consumption rivals entire countries. Here’s what to know about what they mean for your electricity and climate as they boom in Tennessee.
Global data centers consume energy equivalent to entire countries, with Tennessee cities debating their growth. Researchers warn that data centers, now critical to daily activities like healthcare and finance, could strain power grids and climate, using up to 945 Terrawatt hours by 2030. A NERC alert highlights risks from their rapid energy consumption and operational demands.
- Some Kentucky counties and cities are hitting pause on data centers
Daviess County, Kentucky, approved a 12-month moratorium on data center construction due to resident opposition citing concerns over noise, water usage, and electricity consumption. Other Kentucky counties are considering similar measures, with critics arguing such pauses deter economic investment.
- Ohio lawmakers begin hearings on data centers
Ohio lawmakers began hearings on data centers, discussing their impact on power costs, environment, and economy. Stakeholders, including the Data Center Coalition, emphasized economic benefits and willingness to cover infrastructure costs, while addressing public concerns about local opposition and power grid demands.
- The best and worst states for AI data centers
Texas leads in AI data center development with 212 operating centers and 651 announced, driven by low electricity prices and tax incentives. Maine is considering a moratorium on new data centers to evaluate environmental and economic impacts, contrasting with Texas's pro-development approach.