Penn Future Calls for Moratorium on Data Center Development in Pennsylvania

Penn Future is advocating for a moratorium on data center development in Pennsylvania to address concerns regarding water use, electricity prices, and pollution. State Senators Katie Muth and Rosemary Brown have proposed a three-year moratorium on hyperscale data centers. The group emphasizes the need for stricter regulations and community input to mitigate the environmental impact of data centers.

Published Mar 28, 2026

Penn Future has requested a moratorium on data center development in Pennsylvania, highlighting concerns about water usage, electricity costs, and pollution. State Senators Katie Muth and Rosemary Brown support a three-year moratorium on hyperscale data centers.

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Recent amendments to House Bill 1834 aim to introduce renewable energy requirements for data centers. The environmental group stresses the need for stricter regulations and community involvement in policymaking to ensure the long-term sustainability of local environments as data centers may have significant impacts on water resources and air quality.