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Across multiple regions, residents and local officials are resisting plans for new data centers built to support artificial intelligence, citing concerns over electricity demand, water use, noise, and strain on local grids. The pushback comes as tech companies accelerate large-scale infrastructure projects, and debates are growing over whether the economic benefits outweigh the environmental and utility costs to nearby communities.
- 2Maryland energy customers may gain from $250 million court loss●A $250 million loss in court could be a win for Maryland energy customers
A company or utility facing Maryland energy regulators or ratepayer advocates has lost a court decision worth about $250 million, and Maryland Matters reports the outcome could ultimately benefit the state's energy customers. The report suggests the ruling may translate into refunds, lower charges, or strengthened consumer protections, though few specifics beyond the headline are currently available.