Policy Research & Publications
Meridian Group Strategies conducts independent research examining legislation, public policy, regulatory decisions, and government accountability, with particular attention to how these decisions affect communities, public resources, and taxpayers.
Our publications evaluate existing policies, identify potential regulatory gaps, examine supporting evidence, and present recommendations intended to inform public discussion and government decision-making.
Research is developed using publicly available government records, legislation, regulatory filings, and other documented sources. Findings and recommendations are presented with an emphasis on transparency, factual accuracy, and clearly identified limitations.
Publications are made available to residents, policymakers, government officials, and other interested stakeholders.
Featured Research
POLICY RESEARCH PAPER | MGS-WP-2026-001
A Tiered Megawattage Classification Framework for Data Center Development
The Case for Proportional Infrastructure Review, Financial Safeguards, and Public Accountability
Published: October 2026
Publisher: Meridian Group Strategies
Research Series: Independent Policy Research
As hyperscale data center development expands, policymakers face important questions about electrical infrastructure requirements, utility cost allocation, environmental considerations, and financial risks.
This research paper examines a proposed tiered classification framework based on anticipated electrical demand. Building upon Florida's existing 50-megawatt large-load classification, the analysis considers whether additional review thresholds at 100, 300, and 500 megawatts could support more proportionate infrastructure planning, financial safeguards, and regulatory oversight.
The paper evaluates relevant regulatory approaches, identifies implementation considerations, and distinguishes existing legal requirements from proposed policy recommendations.
The framework is presented as a policy proposal for further evaluation, not an enacted regulatory standard.
Policy Research Papers
Comprehensive examinations of public policy issues, existing regulatory frameworks, and potential policy improvements. These publications evaluate available evidence, identify areas requiring further consideration, and develop recommendations intended to inform government decision-making and public discussion.
Policy Briefs
Concise summaries of policy issues, research findings, and recommendations. Designed for policymakers, government officials, community stakeholders, and residents seeking an accessible overview of complex subjects.
Regulatory & Legislative Analysis
Independent examinations of proposed legislation, enacted laws, regulatory proceedings, and government decisions. These publications evaluate policy provisions, implementation considerations, potential consequences, and questions that remain unresolved.
Issue Briefs
Focused examinations of specific public policy questions affecting communities, public resources, taxpayers, and government accountability. Issue briefs provide targeted analysis without requiring a comprehensive