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Public input sought on development of data centres
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Fusion42 · 2 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
New Brunswick government has introduced a policy framework to guide data centre development, focusing on protecting electricity ratepayers, sustainable resource use, economic benefits, and alignment with national data sovereignty and AI goals. Public consultation on the policy is open until October 2, with regulatory changes expected in the 2026-27 legislative session.
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New Brunswick just made data centre development conditional on covering energy costs and delivering local economic value. If you plan to build or operate a data centre there, align your proposals with these rules fast to secure approvals and community support.
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