New Jersey S4659 mandates a study on data center environmental impacts and halts new construction until the study is complete.
New Jersey S4659 requires the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct a comprehensive study on the environmental impacts of data center development in the state. The study must evaluate energy consumption, water usage, land usage, public health impacts, and energy efficiency, among other factors. The DEP must submit a report to the Governor and the Legislature within 15 months. Until the report is submitted, the bill prohibits the construction of new data centers and the issuance of permits for such projects.
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