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• Jul 6, 2026 · Information Technology and Innovation Foundation

  The Data Center Water Problem Is Soluble

  ITIF has published a policy report arguing that data center water use can be managed through state-led regulation, standardized disclosure, watershed-based review, and targeted federal support.

  • The report says states should require facility-level water disclosures, use watershed-specific performance standards, and establish joint water-energy review for large data center loads.
  • It also recommends federal action on standardized metrics, procurement, and R&D rather than a national water mandate; examples cited include Nvidia Rubin liquid cooling and Microsoft zero-water cooling designs.
• Jul 3, 2026

  New Jersey lawmakers pass bill to establish large load data center tariff

  New Jersey lawmakers have passed a bill directing the state’s Board of Public Utilities to create a dedicated data center tariff for facilities of 50MW or more. The bill is now headed to Governor Mikie Sherrill for final approval.

  • The bill applies to existing and new facilities, lowers the threshold from 100MW to 50MW, and aggregates sites under common ownership or on contiguous sites as one large data center.
  • It requires projects to show they are not proposed elsewhere, provide financial guarantees covering at least 85% of requested service for 10 years, commit to demand response and flexibility programs, and be curtailed before residential customers during grid emergencies; it also prioritizes interconnection for data centers bringing clean generation or storage.
  • The article also notes related actions in other states, including a new Oregon rate class, and laws or proposals in Oklahoma, Florida, Ohio, North Carolina, and Virginia.
• Jun 25, 2026

  Pallone Backs National Moratorium on AI Data Centers

  Rep. Frank Pallone Jr. called for a national moratorium on AI data center development at a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee markup.

  • Main announcement: Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, called Wednesday for a national moratorium on AI data center development during a House E&C Committee subcommittee markup (statement delivered on June 25, 2026).
  • Context and background: The remarks were made at a House E&C Committee subcommittee markup where Pallone warned that Congress must take far stronger action to address the rapid expansion of data centers; the article is a report of that statement and does not present new legislative text, dollar amounts, or implementation timelines.
• Jun 24, 2026

  Construction employment rises in 30 states over past year, AGC reports

  The Associated General Contractors of America reported that construction employment increased in 30 states and the District of Columbia between May 2025 and May 2026.

  • Main announcement: AGC reported state construction employment increased in 30 states and D.C. between May 2025 and May 2026; Texas added 18,700 jobs (2.1%), North Carolina added 13,600, Wisconsin added 9,000, and Wisconsin posted the largest percentage increase (6.2%); California recorded the largest annual decline at 13,100 jobs (−1.5%).
  • Monthly detail and risks: From April to May, construction employment increased in 23 states and D.C., declined in 22 states, and was unchanged in 5 states; monthly leaders included Texas (+3,600) and Wisconsin (+2,900). AGC officials Ken Simonson and Jeffrey D. Shoaf cautioned that opposition to data center projects and uncertainty over federal transportation funding pose threats to future construction job growth.
• Jun 19, 2026

  Episode for June 19, 2026

  Governor Shapiro’s office offered to streamline permitting for Amazon.

  • Governor Shapiro’s office offered to streamline permitting for Amazon: Investigative reporting by Jael Holzman (Heatmap News) examined emails between the Governor’s office and Amazon revealing outreach to court new data centers as public opposition to AI data centers in Pennsylvania has grown. Key entity: Office of Governor Josh Shapiro; reporter: Jael Holzman; action: offer to streamline permitting for Amazon (reported, based on reviewed emails).
  • Other environmental actions and notices described: the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is accepting public comment on a proposed wastewater discharge permit for the Rustic Ridge coal mine that would allow 2.8M gallons of treated wastewater into a Laurel Highlands trout stream; coverage also highlights the American burying beetle recovery effort, the century-old fire tower wildfire-detection system, and a coalition of conservation groups in Westmoreland County seeking property owners to support monarch butterflies.
• Jun 19, 2026

  US BESS integrator FlexGen, LDES tech provider Eos enter European market with first deals

  FlexGen has announced awards and market entry projects across multiple European markets while Eos has signed a binding master supply agreement for the DACH region and advanced U.S. manufacturing plans.

  • FlexGen market entry: FlexGen announced it has been awarded projects across the UK, Finland, Sweden and is active in the Nordics, Portugal and Ukraine, deploying its HybridOS EMS and controls/data platform to improve availability, reduce risk and support BESS paired with gas turbines; it is pursuing VDE certification to enter additional EU markets and has local teams in UK, Ireland, France, Spain and Poland to handle commissioning and service.
  • Eos commercial framework and U.S. manufacturing: Eos signed a binding master supply agreement with CAPAC Energy for Germany, Austria, Switzerland (DACH) through 2031 with a 750 MWh capacity commitment (scalable to 2 GWh); Eos also reported a US$352.9 million planned investment/relocation to Pennsylvania with associated state funding proposals totalling US$22 million (including a US$10 million Pennsylvania First grant and US$12 million via RACP, of which US$3 million was awarded in 2022), and the Thorn Hill manufacturing line will ramp to full production targeted in Q4 2026.
• Jun 11, 2026

  Elevate, ArcLight Bring Energy Storage Facility Online in Virginia

  Elevate Infrastructure and ArcLight Capital Partners have begun operating the 150-MW/600-MWh Prospect Power battery energy storage project in Rockingham County, Virginia.

  • Project details: Prospect Power is a 150 MW / 600 MWh standalone battery storage facility in Rockingham County, Virginia, contracted under a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Dominion Energy Virginia; a ribbon-cutting included representatives from Dominion Energy, state and local officials, community leaders, and project partners.
  • Background and recent actions: Elevate and ArcLight acquired Prospect Power in January 2026; ArcLight agreed to be acquired by DigitalBridge Group in a $1.05-billion deal (reported recently), Elevate closed a $50-million Energy Transition Supplier Finance Facility in April, and Elevate was selected for the 150-MW/600-MWh Garden State Reliability Project by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities in March.
• Jun 9, 2026

  Local Data Center Backlash Signals a Shift in How the Grid Must Evolve

  The article highlights state and local regulators escalating restrictions and mandates on large-scale data center development in response to grid strain.

  • Regulatory actions: Maine lawmakers advanced (then saw a veto) a temporary halt on new data center projects above 20 megawatts; Monterey Park voters approved a permanent citywide ban on data center construction; New Jersey officials unveiled a framework requiring mega-scale data centers to source their own clean energy and directly fund grid upgrades to avoid passing infrastructure costs to residents.
  • Context and evidence:Electricity demand is projected to grow 15%-20% over the next decade (DOE), and an OBM survey found 64% of energy professionals say data center growth is accelerating flexible load management initiatives. The piece is an analytical overview calling for earlier utility coordination, flexible load management, automation, and transparency from developers and operators.
• Jun 8, 2026

  Data center news: Detroit takes responsible approach to data centers, Benson says

  Detroit City Councilmember Scott Benson announced the council-approved moratorium resolution to build a stronger regulatory framework for data center development in Detroit.

  • Main announcement: The council-approved moratorium resolution created a stakeholder group (labor, business, sustainability advocates) to draft a zoning ordinance by end of 2026; Benson emphasized no increase in utility bills for residents and community-driven local control for development.
  • Additional details/background:GOP state Sen. Jim Runestad introduced bills for a one-year statewide moratorium (may not receive a committee hearing); Erin Brockovich launched a national interactive tracking map for operational/under-construction/proposed facilities; Google granted $250,000 to the Huron River Watershed Council while planning a 1.5-million-square-foot Michigan data center that will draw 2–3.65 million gallons daily from the Great Lakes Water Authority.
• Jun 3, 2026

  Data Center Jobs: Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Sales, Field Service and Facility Tech Jobs Available in Major Data Center Hotspots

  Data Center Frontier, in partnership with Pkaza, posts the latest data center career opportunities on its jobs board.

  • Main announcement: Data Center Frontier and Pkaza have published a roundup of active data center job openings covering roles such as Mechanical Applications Engineer, Electrical Commissioning Engineer, Project Coordinator, Architect Design Manager, Electrical Project Manager, Commissioning Project Manager, Controls PM, Facility Operations Director, Project Executive (Owner’s Rep), and other critical-facilities positions across multiple U.S. locations (examples include Pittsburgh, PA; New Albany, OH; Ashburn, VA; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; Naperville, IL). Many roles note remote, traveling, or multiple-city availability and relocation options where specified.
  • Background / details: This is a recurring/monthly jobs-posting series powered by Pkaza Critical Facilities Recruiting and the Data Center Frontier jobs board; listings emphasise employer needs for MEP/critical facilities design, commissioning, mission-critical power and cooling expertise, energy efficiency and LEED experience, and include travel/remote work options and multiple-site listings for several roles. No monetary values, contract amounts, or deal announcements are included.