What’s happening in New Hampshire
HB 1265 would prohibit anyone from beginning construction of a new data center anywhere in New Hampshire for one year from the act's effective date.
The bill also creates a legislative committee to study the environmental impacts of data centers, ensuring the state has data before making permanent regulatory decisions.
Why New Hampshire residents are concerned
Environmental impact. New Hampshire's natural environment is central to its economy and identity. The study committee approach reflects a desire to understand impacts before they occur.
Electricity rates. New England electricity rates are among the highest in the nation. Adding large industrial loads would compound existing cost pressures on residents.
How to oppose a data center in New Hampshire
Attend your county commission or city council meetings. Local elected officials control zoning and land use decisions. Public comment periods are your most direct opportunity to voice opposition. Bring specific concerns — water impact, property values, electricity rates, noise — and reference relevant state and local legislation.
Send a formal opposition letter. Written opposition becomes part of the public record and carries significant weight with commissioners. Letters should cite specific concerns, reference relevant statutes, and be addressed to every commissioner by name. We handle this for you →
Organize your neighbors. Join or create a local opposition group. More than 833 community groups across 49 states are actively fighting data center developments. Strength in numbers changes votes.
Engage state legislators. Contact your state representative and senator. Tell them you support regulatory frameworks that protect communities from data center impacts — including moratoriums, ratepayer protections, and environmental review requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a data center moratorium in New Hampshire?
HB 1265 would impose a 1-year statewide construction ban while a legislative committee studies environmental impacts.
How can I oppose a data center in New Hampshire?
Attend your county commission or city council meetings, submit formal opposition letters to your elected officials, and engage with state-level legislation. More than 833 community groups across 49 states are actively fighting data center developments. We can research your local officials and send a personalized opposition letter on your behalf for you.
How much water does a data center use?
A single hyperscale data center can consume up to 1 million gallons of water per day during peak cooling. AI data centers consumed roughly 17 billion gallons nationally in 2023, projected to reach 68 billion gallons by 2028.
Do data centers lower property values?
Research consistently shows that proximity to industrial infrastructure — including data centers — can negatively impact residential property values. Windowless warehouse-scale buildings, diesel generators, and continuous noise are incompatible with residential neighborhoods.