Map Shows States Where Governor Candidates Support Data Center Moratoriums
Summary
Many candidates running for governor in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections are supporting temporary pauses on building data centers. These pauses aim to address concerns about water use, electricity demand, environmental impacts, and community effects caused by data centers needed for artificial intelligence technology.Key Facts
- Data centers use large amounts of water and electricity to operate and cool their servers.
- Some candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties want to stop new data centers until plans protect water, power grids, and communities.
- The issue of data center construction is important in at least a dozen states in the upcoming elections.
- Support for moratoriums is coming from a mix of political backgrounds, including progressives and some MAGA Republicans.
- Opponents worry about higher utility bills, water consumption, noise, and impacts on land.
- Supporters say AI data centers help economic growth and states must embrace technology to avoid falling behind.
- Local economic conditions will influence how voters see the issue—areas struggling economically might oppose pauses, while others emphasize environment and quality of life.
- Florida candidate David Jolly and Alabama candidate Doug Jones have publicly supported moratoriums.
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