Pennsylvania HB2515 mandates transparency for commercial data centers regarding energy, water use, and noise pollution.
HB2515, the Commercial Data Center Transparency Act, requires applicants for commercial data center projects to disclose details about energy and water use, and noise mitigation plans. The Department of Environmental Protection must post these details publicly and consult with other agencies. The Department of Transportation evaluates noise mitigation measures for projects serving data centers. The Office of Attorney General can enforce the act, with civil penalties for violations. The act does not affect municipal zoning laws.
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