Trump’s EPA wants to let data centers hide their air pollution

Published Aug 28, 2026 • 4:28 PM

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The EPA plans to toss out a federal rule requiring public notice and an opportunity to comment when certain industrial sites apply for an air permit.
Advocates warn that the move would allow data center developers and other industries to break ground without giving nearby residents a say…
"You can see why that would be so interesting to an administration that wants to rush through the … Read the full story at The Verge.

Just as new data centers face growing backlash from neighboring communities, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is about to make it harder for people to weigh in on any pollution those centers create.

The EPA plans to toss out a federal rule requiring public notice and an opportunity to comment when certain industrial sites apply for an air permit. Advocates warn that the move would allow data center developers and other industries to break ground without giving nearby residents a say, or even a warning that construction is planned.

"You can see why that would be so interesting to an administration that wants to rush through the …

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Friday, Aug 28
- EPA says power for data centers can sidestep pollution lawsHacker News
- Trump’s EPA wants to let data centers hide their air pollutionYou are here
Monday, Jul 27
- Renewables 'Can't Keep Up' With Data Center Pace. As Usual, The Left Wants Government To Step In...ZeroHedge
Thursday, Jul 23
- The Trump Administration Wants to Change Public Engagement Rules for PollutersWired

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