Map 1. 25 “Data Center States” Identified by Climate XChange

If you care about the climate crisis, or generally have been paying attention to the climate movement over the past few decades, it is likely that you are more than familiar with Bill McKibben. He is the person responsible for...

As climate policy rollbacks spread across the country, states are left grappling with how to navigate an increasingly defensive policy landscape. From attacks on renewable energy to broader attempts to undermine climate planning and protections, advocates and policymakers are working...

As rapid data center growth continues to drive electricity demand across the country, strains on the power grid could increase electric bills for all ratepayers and threaten reliability. Some parts of the country are predicting energy supply shortfalls due to...

As data centers continue to threaten local resources, ratepayers, and communities, understanding how these facilities impact water supply and infrastructure is essential. State policy actors have a vast array of tools and policy mechanisms for regulating water usage, discharge, and...