Chicago Pauses Data Center Boom | Chicago News

Chicago’s mayor just dropped a major move: an executive order launching a Data Centers Task Force to rein in unchecked growth. With 39 data centers already operating, the city is bracing for the environmental and economic toll — from soaring energy bills to strained water resources. The first step? A temporary pause on new builds and expansions. The task force will scrutinize everything from power use to neighborhood impacts, aiming to strike a balance between tech progress and urban well-being. This could reshape how Chicago handles its digital infrastructure for years to come. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4a7d22c6dfd59546