Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order on August 18 imposing new requirements on data-center projects statewide. Developers seeking state permits must make legally binding commitments covering energy costs, environmental protections, local hiring, transparency and community engagement. Projects must also receive required local approvals, and data centers are being removed from Pennsylvania’s fast-track permitting program. On August 21, the state also launched a new website where residents can submit feedback about data-center proposals.
