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DataOne fined $1 million for unpermitted generators in NJ
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- DataOne, a Microsoft-linked data center, was fined $1 million for operating unpermitted generators.
- Xiaomeng Jin estimated generators emitted 140 tons of NOx, placing DataOne among New Jersey’s top five polluters in 2025.
- NJDEP gave DataOne 45 days to obtain permits or stop generator use, but allowed operation during that period.
- Microsoft said it will help DataOne transition to low-emission fuel cells while expecting suppliers to meet legal obligations.