Mayor Johnson to sign executive order regulating data centers in Chicago

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Mayor Brandon Johnson signed executive order regulating data centers in Chicago on Tuesday.

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The order establishes a Data Centers Task Force to implement a long-term strategy.

"Chicago will not allow unchecked development to strain our water supply, drive up energy costs, or compromise the health of our communities," Johnson said.

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One of the first steps involves advancing legislation to establish a temporary moratorium on new data centers and existing facilities.

Chicago is home to approximately 39 data centers.

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