Harford County Bans Data Centers

Harford County just became Maryland’s first to ban all data centers — a bold, unanimous move by County Council backed by Executive Bob Cassilly, aimed squarely at curbing skyrocketing energy use that could double residential power demands. While proponents tout environmental protection and cost control, critics warn the law’s broad language could invite legal battles, and the tech industry is already sounding the alarm over lost jobs and looming lawsuits. The county’s gamble? Preserving its landscape and power grid over potential economic gains — and the legal fireworks are just beginning. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/cf836bf3262beafc