Where Florida's Data Center Laws Fall Short
Florida lawmakers have taken action on hyperscale data centers, but the protections remain weak. From utility costs and water consumption to land use and public accountability, significant gaps remain in the legislation. Here's where the laws fall short, why it matters to residents, and what lawmakers need to fix.
Florida Utility Tariffs Under Review by PSC
Florida’s Public Service Commission is reviewing large-load electricity tariffs from four major utilities, with staff recommending denial of Duke Energy’s proposal and further review of the others. As regulators evaluate infrastructure costs, financial safeguards, and long-term obligations, critical questions remain about whether these tariffs adequately protect Florida ratepayers from the costs of hyperscale data center development.
Florida’s Data Center Electricity Filings: What They Answer and What Remains Unresolved
Who pays if a hyperscale data center is delayed, downsized, or never opens? Florida’s utility tariff filings provide some answers, but questions remain about cost recovery and financial risk. This analysis examines what FPL, Duke Energy, Tampa Electric, and Florida Public Utilities propose, and what still needs to be established to determine whether ratepayers are protected.
The Persistent Hum of Hyperscale Data Centers
Hyperscale data centers can bring a persistent hum to neighboring communities. Learn what infrasound and low-frequency noise mean, why a single decibel reading may miss part of the picture, and what residents should ask before a project is approved.