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Seattle Mayor Proposes Moratorium on New Data Centers

4/19/2026

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Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson suggested a moratorium on new data centers due to economic and environmental concerns.
A report says four companies plan five large-scale data centers that could require 369 megawatts of power, about a third of Seattle's consumption.
Wilson urged community engagement and collaboration with Seattle City Light and the City Council as decisions loom in two to three months.

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Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson suggested a moratorium on new data centers due to economic and environmental concerns.
A report says four companies plan five large-scale data centers that could require 369 megawatts of power, about a third of Seattle's consumption.
Wilson urged community engagement and collaboration with Seattle City Light and the City Council as decisions loom in two to three months.