Should New Hampshire restrict large data centers?

By: Anna Brown

Outlets: Citizens Count

Published: February 9, 2026

Words: 815

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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There are several bills in the New Hampshire House and Senate looking to add restrictions on data centers in New Hampshire. These server warehouses are essential for the expanded use of artificial intelligence (AI), but they come with high energy demand as well as potential environmental impact. At the same time, some policymakers are hesitant to single out specific industries in state law.

Proposals to change data center laws

There are currently four bills in …

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