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Pennsylvania data center opponents skeptical of Shapiro's fast-track ban
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Fusion42 · 29 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued an executive order removing data centers from the state's fast-track permitting process and requiring local government approval before environmental permits. The order applies the Governor's Responsible Infrastructure Development standards to data center projects, aiming to tighten controls on building size, water use, and generator needs amid local opposition and concerns about energy consumption.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Deep Tech: Telecom & Connectivity, and 4 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 29 Aug 2026.
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You face new hurdles in Pennsylvania to develop data centers as local approvals and tougher infrastructure standards replace fast-track permits. Projects midstream risk delays, so assess pipeline risks and engage local officials early.
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4 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 29 Aug 2026
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