In a stunning first, New York bans large data centers statewide

The United States has by far the most data centers of any country in the world, but that growth will slow for least some time in New York state.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul (D) weighed in on one of the most controversial topics of the modern tech era this week, saying data centers create a high degree of uncertainty for her constituents.

‘New York will lead the way.’

Hochul signed an executive order on Tuesday, making her position on the current status of data centers clear.

“As data center development threatens to hike up utility bills, deplete our natural resources, and create uncertainty for New Yorkers, it’s my responsibility to take action and lead,” the governor said, per Politico.

Hochul and New York will block the construction of any