New Jersey Data Center Fined More Than $1M Over Air Pollution Violation
Summary
A New Jersey data center called DataOne was fined $1.07 million for running 62 large natural gas generators without the proper permits. The state is increasing rules on data centers to control pollution and require better reporting on energy and water use.Key Facts
- DataOne’s facility in Vineland, NJ, operated 62 natural gas generators, each nearly 2,000 kilowatts in size, without required permits.
- The state’s permit threshold is 37 kilowatts, so these generators were much larger than allowed without approval.
- The generators emit pollutants such as carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and carbon monoxide.
- DataOne was told to get permits immediately or stop using the generators.
- New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill signed laws requiring data centers to report energy and water use and to connect clean energy to the power grid.
- Other states like Texas and California are also imposing new rules and slowing permitting for data centers to protect resources and communities.
- Data centers use a lot of electricity and water, raising concerns about environmental and local impacts.
- The U.S. has nearly 1,300 data centers, with some planning large new facilities to support AI and other technologies.
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