Maine Could Ban New Data Centers – And What it Means for Everyone Else

The Maine Legislature recently passed L.D. 307, temporarily pausing construction of new large data centers until November 1, 2027. If signed into law by Governor Mills, the act would represent the first state-wide data center ban in the United States. Maine’s legislation responded to political and public questions over electricity prices, overall grid reliability, and expanding development. The 18-month development pause is intended to provide the legislature time to consider potential... By: Beveridge & Diamond PC