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Pennsylvania Races to Attract Data Centers Amid AI Boom

6/2/2025

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Pennsylvania's Data Center Surge

Pennsylvania is emerging as a key player in the data center arena, driven by surging demand for AI and cloud computing. Lawmakers are working on new legislation to simplify permitting and draw in investments, but worries about energy use and community effects linger. Meanwhile, rival states are ramping up incentives, intensifying the race for data center growth.

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Pennsylvania's Budget Cuts

On May 22, 2025, the House of Representatives approved a budget bill that slashes clean energy tax credits, jeopardizing Pennsylvania's economic future and driving up energy prices. Since the Inflation Reduction Act, the state has attracted $3.5 billion in clean energy investments. Preserving these credits could unleash a $65 billion economic boost and generate over 35,000 jobs each year.

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Pennsylvania's Data Center Surge

Pennsylvania is emerging as a key player in the data center arena, driven by surging demand for AI and cloud computing. Lawmakers are working on new legislation to simplify permitting and draw in investments, but worries about energy use and community effects linger. Meanwhile, rival states are ramping up incentives, intensifying the race for data center growth.

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