Data Center Coalition.
organization in the United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Tech giants Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are confirmed members of a Data Center Coalition operating in North Carolina.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Microsoft and Amazon, members of the Data Center Coalition, are addressing secrecy pacts and NDAs related to data center operations.Some support1 report
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The Data Center Coalition is facing opposition to proposed bans as the County Judge-Executive weighs in on the issue.Some support1 report
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Governor proposes regulations to manage data center growth in Texas.Well supported21 reports6 developments inside
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A new Ratepayer Protection Act bill was introduced in the House, addressing energy costs and large technology companies.Well supported31 reports2 developments inside
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The Data Center Coalition expressed concern over bill credits as Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy continue seeking approval for their merger.Some support9 reports
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Governor Greg Abbott proposes data center regulation to address ERCOT grid strain caused by AI data centers in Texas.Well supported21 reports17 developments inside
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The Data Center Coalition is involved in balancing industry growth against growing opposition from local communities.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A coalition is warning against regulatory uncertainty and calling for a moratorium on new data centers in Texas.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Data Center Coalition and Prairie Rivers Network are involved in local data center regulations across various locations, including Champaign and New Jersey.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DCC cites LBNL research on energy use, while Nelson opposes AI data centers' environmental impact in Nebraska.Some support1 report
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The Illinois legislature is currently handling policy matters concerning data centers, affecting industry interests.Some support1 report1 development inside
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In Corpus Christi, the local government and industry leaders are discussing the balance between data center economic contributions and the strain placed on the regional water supply.Some support1 report
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Concerns are being raised regarding development in Henderson County as the Data Center Coalition lobbies lawmakers in Austin regarding industry growth.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Data centers contribute to local economic growth in Austin.Some support2 reports
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The Data Center Coalition is pushing a plan to assure consumers that there will be no utility rate increases, seeking a favorable political environment for expansion.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Data centers are expanding rapidly in Central Texas, with industry representatives addressing lawmakers like State Rep Brad Buckley.Some support2 reports
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Development in the Atlanta area, involving the Data Center Coalition, is generating significant economic contributions and local protests.Some support1 report
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A PhD candidate at George Mason University conducted research into the data center industry in Virginia, with implications for the Data Center Coalition representing facilities in Pennsylvania.Some support3 reports
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Virginia imposes a new electricity tax on data centers.Some support6 reports
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Local governments in Effingham, Illinois, are implementing moratoriums regarding data centers, while Mayor John Laesch defends the local power needs.Some support1 report
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A plan regarding data center impacts on consumers was pushed, and a campus was approved in Box Elder County despite community opposition.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Data Center Coalition is accused of favoring tech companies over residents while lobbying against moratorium calls.Some support1 report
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The Virginia budget agreement has been reached, impacting the tax status of data centers, leading to criticism from experts and calls for a construction pause.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Louise Lucas led negotiations for the Commonwealth budget, which included the introduction of a new energy tax affecting data centers.Some support1 report
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Pennsylvania lawmakers are debating new bills, including Shapiro's GRID concept and restrictions on data center developers.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Policy views are diverging regarding data center tax exemptions.Some support1 report
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A coalition representing Google and Microsoft is operating in Fort Worth, Texas, and is under review by the local city council and the state ethics commission regarding potential conflicts of interest.Some support1 report
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Data Center Coalition is criticized over moratoriums as residents oppose data center deals in Boyd County, Kentucky.Some support1 report
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Local moratoriums are creating a conflict with the goals of the industry in Daviess County.Some support1 report
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Virginia reports have established new benchmarks for data center operations, addressing concerns over water use and noise pollution.Some support1 report
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Data Center Coalition lobbied the Treasury Secretary to maintain subsidy policies against changes proposed by the Trump administration.Some support3 reports
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Committee hearings are underway in Ohio where the Data Center Coalition is seeking to influence state policy regarding digital infrastructure.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Data Center Coalition
Events traced to Data Center Coalition, step by step, newest first- Data center coalition may face regulatory pressure from new moratorium billData Center Coalition may face regulatory pressure from new moratorium billPossible
- Data center coalition may face regulatory uncertainty from political pressureData center coalition may face regulatory uncertainty due to political pressure on AbbottLikely
- State regulatory debates may impact Data Center Coalition's operationsData Center Coalition may face regulatory shifts following state legislative discussionsPossible
- Data center coalition fights grid delays and cost assignment in VirginiaData center coalition fights for transparency amid Virginia grid delaysLikely
Explainers that pass through Data Center Coalition
Data Center Coalition is a step on the way to someone elseAround Data Center Coalition this week
News at the entities that move Data Center Coalition most-
Electric Reliability Council of Texas StructuralUnder gubernatorial orders, TCEQ has halted data center permits pending information and audit completion from ERCOT.Moves Data Center Coalition
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Greg Abbott OperationalGina Hinojosa, a Democratic candidate, is running against Governor Greg Abbott in Texas, and she and James Talarico are fighting school voucher policies.Moves Data Center Coalition
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Virginia StructuralICE contracts with a Virginia-based reseller and relies on Cisco proprietary technology for its operations.Moves Data Center Coalition
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Microsoft OperationalAbdul El-Sayed is a senatorial candidate in Ohio, coinciding with political rhetoric targeting H1B workers at Microsoft.Moves Data Center Coalition
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Amazon OperationalAshley Hinson is supported by the President in Sioux City, while Amazon plans a new data center near Linn County.Moves Data Center Coalition
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Texas StructuralA military recruitment ceremony was held in Texas on October 25, 2026.Moves Data Center Coalition
Connections
The 40 strongest of 73, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Microsoft Operational
The Coalition and Microsoft are major data center players who actively compete while also coordinating through formal representation and membership.
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Greg Abbott Operational
The Data Center Coalition actively supports and cooperates with Governor Greg Abbott on policy proposals and industry standards.
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Amazon Operational
The Coalition represents the data center industry, which includes Amazon, and they actively engage in shared market and regulatory issues.
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Loudoun County Structural
The Data Center Coalition benefits from the annual tax revenue generated by data center activity within Loudoun County.
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Texas Structural
The Data Center Coalition operates projects in Texas and actively lobbies for favorable regulatory policies within the state.
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Google Operational
The Coalition actively represents Google's interests while both entities compete as major data center players.
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Virginia Structural
Virginia regulates data center operations through budget agreements and energy taxes, forcing the Coalition to react to policy changes.
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Zoom Structural
Data centers provide essential infrastructure for Zoom's digital services.
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Kathy Hochul Structural
Hochul's office moratorium policies create regulatory conditions that impact the investment strategies of the data center industry.
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Gabe Evans Operational
Gabe Evans introduced specific legislation intended to influence the operational environment of the Data Center Coalition.
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Pennsylvania Structural
The Coalition's operations and viability are dependent on Pennsylvania's regulatory and infrastructure environment.
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Amy Kremer Operational
Amy Kremer actively leads opposition against the unaccountable data center buildout activities represented by the Coalition.
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Central Texas Operational
The industry group actively engages with lawmakers in Central Texas regarding operational and political matters.
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Illinois Structural
Illinois state policy and local governments regulate and influence the operations and interests of the Data Center Coalition.
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Box Elder County Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Congress Operational
The industry coalition is actively engaged in lobbying efforts to influence specific legislation concerning data centers in Congress.
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Electric Reliability Council of Texas Structural
Coalition members are required to comply with ERCOT's operational audit demands for grid reliability.
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Chesapeake Climate Action Network Operational
The two entities are jointly advocating for a temporary pause on new data center construction projects.
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Daviess County Operational
The industry goals of the Data Center Coalition are in direct conflict with local moratoriums enacted by Daviess County.
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Jeff Golden Operational
A's activities are influencing the policy environment, leading to proposals for a moratorium due to public concern.
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Fort Worth Structural
The coalition operates within Fort Worth, and the city council actively reviews its operational plans and potential conflicts.
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New Jersey Structural
New Jersey state legislation formally regulates and affects the data center industry represented by the Data Center Coalition.
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House Operational
The representative supports the coalition's interests by advocating for specific policy measures related to energy costs.
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Austin Shared context
The Data Center Coalition operates within Austin, influencing local politics and contributing to the city's economic growth.
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Louise Lucas Operational
The relationship is characterized by competing policy views regarding data center taxation.
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Oregon Public Utility Commission Operational
The Oregon PUC rules are influenced by the costs and activities generated by data centers.
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Joe Lombardo Structural
Joe Lombardo is involved in issuing regulations that place guardrails on the Data Center Coalition.
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Connecticut Structural
Connecticut state lawmakers are considering a moratorium on data centers, indicating regulatory oversight of the industry.
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Jon Husted Operational
Jon Husted promotes legislation concerning cost coverage for data centers.
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Front Royal Shared context
A company operates within the policy and jurisdictional context of Front Royal.
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Josh Shapiro Operational
A is viewed as representing interests that B is accused of favoring over local residents.
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Suffolk Shared context
Suffolk is reviewing regulations relevant to the industry sector in which the Data Center Coalition operates.
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NextEra Energy Shared context
Both entities operate within the same energy and infrastructure market context, influenced by data center energy consumption policies.
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Meta Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in the context of the broader industry trend where firms rely on data center infrastructure for AI projects.
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New York Operational
The competitive landscape between states, including New York's moratoriums, influences where data center investments are attracted or diverted.
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Boyd County Shared context
A company is pursuing business opportunities in the county of Boyd County, which provides the operational context for data center deals.
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Greg Abbott Operational
The relationship involves ordered audits on data centers regarding their applications for grid connections.
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Elk Grove Village Shared context
Data centers associated with the coalition generate tax revenue within the suburban area of Elk Grove Village.
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Champaign Shared context
The company operates within the geographical and regulatory context of the city/area.
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Inside Climate News Mentioned together
Inside Climate News reports on the Data Center Coalition's public relations efforts and policy pushback.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
3 events- Tech giants Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are confirmed members of a Data Center Coalition operating in North Carolina.
- The Data Center Coalition is facing opposition to proposed bans as the County Judge-Executive weighs in on the issue.
- The Data Center Coalition expressed concern over bill credits as Dominion Energy and NextEra Energy continue seeking approval for their merger.
August 2026
3 events- Industry is facing calls for a moratorium on data centers in Oregon due to intense scrutiny over their energy and water consumption.
- Data Center Coalition and Prairie Rivers Network are involved in local data center regulations across various locations, including Champaign and New Jersey.
- DCC cites LBNL research on energy use, while Nelson opposes AI data centers' environmental impact in Nebraska.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
8 events- The Data Center Coalition is involved in balancing industry growth against growing opposition from local communities.
- A coalition is warning against regulatory uncertainty and calling for a moratorium on new data centers in Texas.
- In Corpus Christi, the local government and industry leaders are discussing the balance between data center economic contributions and the strain placed on the regional water supply.
- Concerns are being raised regarding development in Henderson County as the Data Center Coalition lobbies lawmakers in Austin regarding industry growth.
- Data centers contribute to local economic growth in Austin.
- Data centers are expanding rapidly in Central Texas, with industry representatives addressing lawmakers like State Rep Brad Buckley.
- Development in the Atlanta area, involving the Data Center Coalition, is generating significant economic contributions and local protests.
- A PhD candidate at George Mason University conducted research into the data center industry in Virginia, with implications for the Data Center Coalition representing facilities in Pennsylvania.
June 2026
19 events- Governor proposes regulations to manage data center growth in Texas.
- A new Ratepayer Protection Act bill was introduced in the House, addressing energy costs and large technology companies.
- Governor Greg Abbott proposes data center regulation to address ERCOT grid strain caused by AI data centers in Texas.
- The Illinois legislature is currently handling policy matters concerning data centers, affecting industry interests.
- The Data Center Coalition is pushing a plan to assure consumers that there will be no utility rate increases, seeking a favorable political environment for expansion.
- Virginia imposes a new electricity tax on data centers.
- Local governments in Effingham, Illinois, are implementing moratoriums regarding data centers, while Mayor John Laesch defends the local power needs.
- A plan regarding data center impacts on consumers was pushed, and a campus was approved in Box Elder County despite community opposition.
- Data Center Coalition is accused of favoring tech companies over residents while lobbying against moratorium calls.
- The Virginia budget agreement has been reached, impacting the tax status of data centers, leading to criticism from experts and calls for a construction pause.
- Louise Lucas led negotiations for the Commonwealth budget, which included the introduction of a new energy tax affecting data centers.
- Pennsylvania lawmakers are debating new bills, including Shapiro's GRID concept and restrictions on data center developers.
- Policy views are diverging regarding data center tax exemptions.
- A coalition representing Google and Microsoft is operating in Fort Worth, Texas, and is under review by the local city council and the state ethics commission regarding potential conflicts of interest.
- Data Center Coalition is criticized over moratoriums as residents oppose data center deals in Boyd County, Kentucky.
- Local moratoriums are creating a conflict with the goals of the industry in Daviess County.
- Virginia reports have established new benchmarks for data center operations, addressing concerns over water use and noise pollution.
- Data Center Coalition lobbied the Treasury Secretary to maintain subsidy policies against changes proposed by the Trump administration.
- Committee hearings are underway in Ohio where the Data Center Coalition is seeking to influence state policy regarding digital infrastructure.