Amazon’s $2B Ohio data center plan halted as voters approve ban

Amazon ’s proposed $2 billion data center project in Sunbury, Ohio, has encountered a significant obstacle following a local vote. Sunbury’s electorate approved a charter amendment banning large data centers that utilize at least 25 megawatts of electricity, a move supported by 78% of voters. This development adds complexity to the project, which was already paused due to a city moratorium and pending additional approvals. The decision reflects local opposition to the data center’s development, potentially impacting broader state-level actions concerning data center regulations. Observers will be attentive to any state-level legislative actions that may follow this local decision. Key actors, including Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the state legislature, could play roles in shaping the broader regulatory landscape. Any advancement of bills such as H.B.

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