Amazon’s $2B Ohio data center plan halted as voters approve ban

Amazon ’s proposed $2 billion data center project in Sunbury, Ohio, has encountered a significant obstacle following a local vote. Sunbury’s electorate approved a charter amendment banning large data centers that utilize at least 25 megawatts of electricity, a move supported by 78% of voters. This development adds complexity to the project, which was already paused due to a city moratorium and pending additional approvals. The decision reflects local opposition to the data center’s development, potentially impacting broader state-level actions concerning data center regulations. Observers will be attentive to any state-level legislative actions that may follow this local decision.

Source: Crypto Briefing