Chicago proposes 12-month moratorium on new data centers

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Source context: Chicago could halt new data center development within city limits for a year.Why it matters: Data centers' growing demand for electricity and water could affect residents' utility bills and the environment, and city leaders want more time to study those impacts.The latest: Mayor …

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