PoliticsCalifornia’s Prop 45 could leave a loophole for data center developers

Environmental advocates warn that California’s Proposition 45, promoted as a way to fast-track “essential” infrastructure, could let data center developers avoid public scrutiny. It would shorten environmental review deadlines for eligible projects, limit residents’ legal challenges and change public-comment, tribal-consultation and review rules. Supporters say it could ease the housing shortage and meet rising electricity demand through renewable energy projects.

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