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Massachusetts hits data centers with new clean power rules
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Fusion42 · 10 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Massachusetts requires data centers over 25 megawatts to meet 100% of their electricity demand with clean power or pay into a ratepayer fund, pausing tax exemptions and urging transparency in community agreements. This follows similar recent restrictions in Texas and New York, reflecting increasing regulatory pressure on data center expansion.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Deep Tech: Telecom & Connectivity.
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Massachusetts completely changed the rules on data center power sourcing for new builds, forcing you to integrate full clean energy solutions or face added costs. This is your signal to redesign your power plan or risk losing market access in a major state.
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