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9 dates on the record through Oct 23, 2026.
20 actions in the last 60 days.
11 cases filed in the last 120 days.
37 dated vote, approval, permit, deal or construction steps in the last 45 days.
Each sentence is generated from the dataset as of Sep 23, 2026. Copy it with its attribution; the link explains the method.
148
Tracked projects
The Data Center Census tracks 148 major U.S. data center projects in 35 states, each with a sourced record. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/projects)
Projects with a researched, sourced record. Not a count of every data center in the country. Method and list
120.94 GW
Capacity in the pipeline
Tracked U.S. data center projects that are proposed, approved, under construction or operating publish 120.94 GW of planned capacity; running flat out for a year, that is the electricity of 98.2 million U.S. homes. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/if-it-all-gets-built)
Sum of published capacity for 73 active projects; homes at the EIA average of 10,791 kWh a year. A ceiling, not a forecast. Method and list
43
Under construction
43 tracked data center projects are under construction in the U.S., with 68.31 GW of published capacity. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/projects)
Projects whose sources show site work or building has begun. Capacity is the full planned figure. Method and list
88
Moratorium actions
Local and state governments have taken 88 recorded actions on data center moratoriums in 23 states, including 79 adoptions, extensions and statewide orders. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/moratoriums)
Every pause, extension, rejection and reversal confirmed in a notice or news report. A floor, not a census. Method and list
36
Court cases
The Census records 36 court cases over tracked data center projects, 29 of them pending. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/lawsuits)
Cases confirmed against a filing or news report. Status is as of each source’s date. Method and list
39
AI data centers
The Census counts 39 active AI data center projects in 18 states as of Sep 23, 2026: 10 operating, 18 under construction, 3 approved and 8 proposed. Another 5 were paused, cancelled or denied. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/ai-data-centers)
Projects whose developer or named tenant is an AI company or whose sources describe AI use, each with its evidence. Method and list
9
Hearings in 30 days
9 public hearings, votes or court dates on tracked data center projects are scheduled in the next 30 days. (Data Center Census, as of Sep 23, 2026, https://datacentercensus.com/hearings)
Dates on the record from agendas, notices and reports. Agendas change; confirm with the body holding the meeting. Method and list
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As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Alabama, with 1.2 GW of published planned capacity: 1 approved. The largest by published capacity is Project Marvel in Bessemer, Jefferson County (1.2 GW, approved). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/alabama
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 3 major data center projects in Arizona, with 738 MW of published planned capacity: 3 under construction. The largest by published capacity is Project Blue in Tucson, Pima County (286 MW, under construction). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/arizona
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Arkansas: 1 under construction. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/arkansas
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 2 major data center projects in California, with 605 MW of published planned capacity: 1 proposed, 1 paused. The largest by published capacity is Imperial Data Center in Imperial, Imperial County (330 MW, paused). The Census moratorium tracker holds 3 actions in California; the most recent: Imperial County extended a data center moratorium (reported Aug 28, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/california
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Colorado, with 1 GW of published planned capacity: 1 approved. The largest by published capacity is Global AI Data Center in Windsor, Weld County (1 GW, approved). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/colorado
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 4 major data center projects in Florida, with 2.2 GW of published planned capacity: 1 approved, 1 paused, 1 cancelled, 1 denied. The largest by published capacity is Fort Meade Hyperscale Data Center in Fort Meade, Polk County (1.2 GW, approved). The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Florida; the most recent: Citrus County adopted a data center moratorium (May 1, 2026). Next on the calendar: Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners, Sep 24, 2026, on Project Tango. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/florida
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 11 major data center projects in Georgia, with 4.36 GW of published planned capacity: 2 operating, 1 under construction, 6 approved, 1 proposed, 1 denied. The largest by published capacity is Project Camellia in Rincon, Effingham County (3.21 GW, proposed). The Census moratorium tracker holds 11 actions in Georgia; the most recent: Augusta-Richmond County had an extension of its data center moratorium recommended (reported Jul 20, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/georgia
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 6 major data center projects in Illinois, with 6.26 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 5 approved. The largest by published capacity is Joliet Technology Center in Joliet, Will County (1.8 GW, approved). The Census moratorium tracker holds 3 actions in Illinois; the most recent: Lake County adopted a data center moratorium (Sep 8, 2026). Next on the calendar: Sangamon County Circuit Court, Oct 9, 2026, on CyrusOne Sangamon County Data Center. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/illinois
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 7 major data center projects in Indiana, with 1.25 GW of published planned capacity: 2 operating, 2 under construction, 2 approved, 1 cancelled. The largest by published capacity is Meta Lebanon Data Center in Lebanon, Boone County (1 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 4 actions in Indiana; the most recent: City of Elkhart adopted a data center moratorium (Aug 27, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/indiana
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 2 major data center projects in Iowa, with 1.05 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 1 proposed. The largest by published capacity is QTS Cedar Rapids Data Center Campus in Cedar Rapids, Linn County (1.05 GW, under construction). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/iowa
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Kansas: 1 rumored. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/kansas
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Kentucky, with 600 MW of published planned capacity: 1 cancelled. The largest by published capacity is Project Lincoln in Oldham County (600 MW, cancelled). The Census moratorium tracker holds 2 actions in Kentucky; the most recent: Mercer County adopted a data center moratorium (Aug 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/kentucky
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 2 major data center projects in Louisiana, with 5.33 GW of published planned capacity: 2 under construction. The largest by published capacity is Meta Hyperion in Holly Ridge, Richland Parish (5 GW, under construction). Next on the calendar: Louisiana Public Service Commission, Dec 16, 2026, on Meta Hyperion. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/louisiana
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks no major data center project in Maine. The Census moratorium tracker holds 2 actions in Maine; the most recent: Maine did not adopt a data center moratorium (Apr 29, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/moratoriums
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 2 major data center projects in Maryland, with 3.22 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 1 approved. The largest by published capacity is Quantum Frederick in Adamstown, Frederick County (2.4 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 3 actions in Maryland; the most recent: Montgomery County extended a data center moratorium (Aug 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/maryland
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 9 major data center projects in Michigan, with 2.41 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 2 approved, 2 proposed, 1 rumored, 1 paused, 1 cancelled, 1 denied. The largest by published capacity is Saline Township Stargate Data Center in Saline Township, Washtenaw County (1.38 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 8 actions in Michigan; the most recent: Elmwood Township adopted a data center moratorium (Jun 17, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/michigan
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 4 major data center projects in Minnesota, with 1.31 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 1 approved, 1 proposed, 1 paused. The largest by published capacity is Farmington Technology Park in Farmington, Dakota County (708 MW, approved). The Census moratorium tracker holds 2 actions in Minnesota; the most recent: City of Minneapolis adopted a data center moratorium (Jun 2026). Next on the calendar: Hermantown City Council, Oct 5, 2026, on Google Hermantown Data Center. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/minnesota
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Mississippi: 1 operating. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/mississippi
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 5 major data center projects in Missouri, with 1.3 GW of published planned capacity: 2 under construction, 2 approved, 1 cancelled. The largest by published capacity is Project Mica in Kansas City, Clay County (700 MW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 2 actions in Missouri; the most recent: Jackson County adopted a data center moratorium (Jun 2026). Next on the calendar: City of Festus (Festus Forward), Sep 23, 2026, on CRG Festus Data Center. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/missouri
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Nevada, with 362 MW of published planned capacity: 1 proposed. The largest by published capacity is Fleet Data Centers TRIC campuses (South Valley and Peru Ridge) in Storey County (362 MW, proposed). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/nevada
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in New Jersey, with 300 MW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction. The largest by published capacity is Nebius Vineland Data Center in Vineland, Cumberland County (300 MW, under construction). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/new-jersey
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in New Mexico, with 2.46 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction. The largest by published capacity is Project Jupiter in Santa Teresa, Doña Ana County (2.46 GW, under construction). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/new-mexico
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 9 major data center projects in New York, with 2.86 GW of published planned capacity: 1 operating, 6 proposed, 2 rumored. The largest by published capacity is Lake Mariner in Somerset, Niagara County (750 MW, operating). The Census moratorium tracker holds 8 actions in New York; the most recent: Town of Massena did not adopt a data center moratorium (Sep 16, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/new-york
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 4 major data center projects in North Carolina, with 800 MW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 2 approved, 1 cancelled. The largest by published capacity is Compass Statesville in Statesville, Iredell County (500 MW, approved). The Census moratorium tracker holds 10 actions in North Carolina; the most recent: McDowell County adopted a data center moratorium (reported Sep 3, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/north-carolina
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in North Dakota, with 400 MW of published planned capacity: 1 operating. The largest by published capacity is Polaris Forge 1 in Ellendale, Dickey County (400 MW, operating). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/north-dakota
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 8 major data center projects in Ohio, with 11.24 GW of published planned capacity: 1 operating, 3 under construction, 3 approved, 1 rumored. The largest by published capacity is PORTS-Pike Technology Campus in Piketon, Pike County (10 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 14 actions in Ohio; the most recent: Village of Pioneer adopted a data center moratorium (Sep 2026). Next on the calendar: Pike County Commissioners, Sep 28, 2026, on PORTS-Pike Technology Campus. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/ohio
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 1 major data center project in Oklahoma, with 2.75 GW of published planned capacity: 1 proposed. The largest by published capacity is Project Thunderbird in Enid, Garfield County (2.75 GW, proposed). The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Oklahoma; the most recent: Oklahoma City adopted a data center moratorium (Apr 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/oklahoma
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 8 major data center projects in Pennsylvania, with 6.7 GW of published planned capacity: 5 under construction, 1 approved, 1 proposed, 1 paused. The largest by published capacity is Homer City Energy Campus in Homer City, Indiana County (4.4 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Pennsylvania; the most recent: Gregg Township adopted a data center moratorium (Aug 2026). Next on the calendar: East Whiteland Township Board of Supervisors, Sep 24, 2026, on Sentinel / Green Fig Data Center. Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/pennsylvania
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 4 major data center projects in South Carolina, with 1 GW of published planned capacity: 2 under construction, 1 proposed, 1 cancelled. The largest by published capacity is Project Boulder in Walterboro, Colleton County (1 GW, proposed). The Census moratorium tracker holds 3 actions in South Carolina; the most recent: Spartanburg County adopted a data center moratorium (Sep 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/south-carolina
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 3 major data center projects in Tennessee, with 2.04 GW of published planned capacity: 1 operating, 1 under construction, 1 proposed. The largest by published capacity is xAI Colossus 2 in Memphis, Shelby County (1.78 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Tennessee; the most recent: Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County adopted a data center moratorium (reported Aug 11, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/tennessee
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 14 major data center projects in Texas, with 32.75 GW of published planned capacity: 2 operating, 6 under construction, 3 approved, 1 proposed, 2 denied. The largest by published capacity is Fermi America Project Matador in Amarillo, Carson County (17 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 3 actions in Texas; the most recent: Texas announced a data center moratorium (Aug 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/texas
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 3 major data center projects in Utah, with 9.57 GW of published planned capacity: 1 operating, 1 proposed, 1 paused. The largest by published capacity is Stratos Project in Box Elder County (9 GW, proposed). The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Utah; the most recent: Box Elder County adopted a data center moratorium (Jun 2026). Next on the calendar: Tooele County Planning Commission, Oct 2026, on Tooele Valley data center (Burmester Road / I-80). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/utah
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 14 major data center projects in Virginia, with 1.9 GW of published planned capacity: 3 under construction, 5 approved, 2 proposed, 1 paused, 1 cancelled, 2 denied. The largest by published capacity is Crossroads Technology Campus in Spotsylvania County (894 MW, proposed). The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Virginia; the most recent: Loudoun County voted to direct staff to draft a pause on data center applications (Sep 2026). Next on the calendar: King George County Circuit Court, Sep 28, 2026, on Amazon Data Services King George campus (former Birchwood power plant site). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/virginia
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks no major data center project in Washington. The Census moratorium tracker holds 1 action in Washington; the most recent: City of Seattle adopted a data center moratorium (Jun 9, 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/moratoriums
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 3 major data center projects in West Virginia, with 11.76 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 2 approved. The largest by published capacity is Monarch Compute Campus in Point Pleasant, Mason County (8 GW, under construction). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/west-virginia
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 7 major data center projects in Wisconsin, with 2.32 GW of published planned capacity: 1 operating, 2 under construction, 1 proposed, 1 paused, 2 cancelled. The largest by published capacity is Port Washington (Lighthouse) Data Center Campus in Port Washington, Ozaukee County (1.3 GW, under construction). The Census moratorium tracker holds 3 actions in Wisconsin; the most recent: Village of Wrightstown adopted a data center moratorium (Jul 2026). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/wisconsin
As of Sep 23, 2026, the Data Center Census tracks 3 major data center projects in Wyoming, with 3.95 GW of published planned capacity: 1 under construction, 2 approved. The largest by published capacity is Project Tembo in Cheyenne, Laramie County (2.7 GW, approved). Source: Data Center Census, https://datacentercensus.com/us/wyoming
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