U.S. gov't moves to suppress pushback on data centers by removing requirements for public input on pollution — EPA change would allow air pollution permits without publicizing them
Summary
Tom's Hardware reports that the EPA may remove public input requirements for certain air permits, potentially affecting data centers. The change would shift permitting decisions to states and could reduce transparency in the review process. The article also cites an opposition letter from multiple state attorneys general and notes ongoing data-center protests and debates around AI infrastructure expansion.