While the move by the US state is temporary, it reflects mounting public fears over electricity costs, land use and environmental risks.
US: Maine pushes for first statewide pause on AI data centers
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Wed 02:17 - Washington Examiner
Maine lawmakers pass first-in-nation temporary statewide ban on data centers
Wed 03:58 - DW All
US: Maine pushes for first statewide pause on AI data centers
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US: Maine pushes for first statewide pause on AI data centers
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US: Maine pushes for first statewide pause on AI data centers