Map Reveals States Where Data Center Projects Were Hidden Behind NDAs
Summary
Data center construction is growing fast in the U.S., but many local governments are signing nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) that keep project details secret. This has raised concerns about transparency since these projects affect local energy use, water supplies, and communities.Key Facts
- Many local officials across several states sign NDAs with data center developers, limiting what they can share publicly.
- Pennsylvania removed data centers from its fast-track permitting program and banned NDAs for data centers under the governor’s control.
- Virginia, the largest data center hub, shows widespread use of NDAs in data center projects.
- Arizona’s Amazon data center project led to a Senate inquiry on secrecy in data center negotiations.
- Residents in Louisiana and Tennessee have expressed worries about not having enough information during data center planning because of NDAs.
- Wisconsin communities have also signed NDAs for billion-dollar data center proposals, limiting public knowledge during early development stages.
- Supporters claim NDAs protect sensitive business details, while critics say they block public oversight and transparency.
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