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id=\"article-paywall-hidden-content\">\r\n\t\n<p class=\"p1\">In a <span class=\"s1\">May 13 letter to Gov. Mikie Sherrill<\/span> signed by more than 60 organizations, the groups called for a statewide moratorium on any new data center project using at least 20 megawatts of electricity, arguing that the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure threatens to overwhelm the state\u2019s electric grid, increase utility costs, strain water resources and undermine New Jersey\u2019s climate goals.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The push reflects a broader wave of local and state resistance to the national data center boom, as communities across the country increasingly challenge the environmental and economic costs associated with the massive facilities. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nj.com\/news\/2026\/05\/60-groups-just-called-on-nj-governor-to-immediately-pause-all-ai-data-center-projects.html\"><span class=\"s1\">an NJ.com report<\/span><\/a>, at least 14 states are now considering moratoriums or restrictions tied to data center growth, though none have yet become law.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cA moratorium is also needed to protect the environment and the health and well-being of New Jersey residents,\u201d the letter said.\u00a0\u00a0The organizations warned that unchecked expansion could cause \u201cirreversible harm\u201d to communities if projects continue moving forward without comprehensive oversight.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The coalition\u2019s argument centers heavily on energy demand. The letter notes that a 20-megawatt data center consumes \u201cas much electricity as all the homes in Montclair,\u201d while accusing state officials of doing too little \u201cto stop the unchecked growth of data centers with the concomitant increase in electric rates they will bring.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The groups tied their concerns directly to Executive Orders issued earlier this year by Sherrill recognizing what the letter described as \u201cthe ongoing electricity affordability crisis in New Jersey.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0According to the coalition, the governor\u2019s own orders identified surging demand from data centers as \u201ca significant driver\u201d of rising electricity costs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read more: <a class=\"h6\" title=\"California\u2019s Settlement With GM Signals Closer Scrutiny of Data Sales\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pymnts.com\/cpi-posts\/californias-settlement-with-gm-signals-closer-scrutiny-of-data-sales\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">California\u2019s Settlement With GM Signals Closer Scrutiny of Data Sales<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The coalition cited estimates from utility PSE&amp;G projecting data center-related electricity demand could grow from 785 megawatts to 3,084 megawatts over five years, potentially increasing New Jersey greenhouse gas emissions by 13 million metric tons \u2014 roughly 19% of the state\u2019s 2030 reduction target.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Water consumption has become another major flashpoint. The letter warned that large-scale data centers \u201cuse enormous amounts of water,\u201d create risks from PFAS contamination, generate \u201cair and noise pollution,\u201d and threaten the state\u2019s statutory climate mandates.\u00a0The groups noted New Jersey has experienced prolonged drought conditions since late 2024 and warned that AI facilities could significantly reduce water availability for agriculture, housing and redevelopment projects.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Opposition has already begun reshaping local policy. According to NJ.com, Monroe Township in Gloucester County and Andover Township in Sussex County have passed local bans or restrictions after residents protested zoning changes they believed could pave the way for large-scale data center projects.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In Vineland, where one of the East Coast\u2019s largest AI-focused data centers is under construction, residents have complained about \u201ca constant humming noise\u201d from the project that they say has disrupted sleep and quality of life.\u00a0\u00a0The 2.6 million-square-foot facility is expected to provide AI computing power to\u00a0Microsoft\u00a0under a reported $17 billion agreement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Industry advocates continue pushing back on criticism, arguing data centers provide essential infrastructure and major economic benefits. 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