Proposed Data Center in Southern Maine Faces Moratorium Discussion
A large data center is proposed in southern Maine, as Rep. Matt Harrington indicated to state lawmakers. The project is reportedly well along in planning but lacks specific details.
Rep. Melanie Sachs has proposed a moratorium on new data centers exceeding 20 megawatts and lacking necessary permits before July, lasting until July 2028. Harrington expressed concern that this moratorium could negatively impact the data center in his district, which includes areas like Alfred and Sanford.
Meetings have occurred with the Department of Energy Resources and the Sanford Water District regarding water usage for the center, although the water district's superintendent is unaware of the project. Maine has seen an increase in data center proposals recently.
