New Jersey

Data center projects, polling, political statements, and PAC activity in New Jersey.

Last updated: March 2, 2026

2

Projects

225 MW

Total Capacity

1

Polls

2

Statements

1

Active PACs

$50M

PAC Spending

Political Statements

1 pro-DC · 1 anti-DC · 0 other

Assemblywoman Andrea Katz(D)Anti-DC2026-01

These data centers come into our communities, create almost no jobs, and cause our electric bills to go through the roof. This surcharge allows them to contribute to the communities they are coming into.

Introduced bill to impose surcharges on data centers consuming significant electricity during peak hoursSource →
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Gov. Mikie Sherrill(D)Pro-DC2025-10

New Jersey has earned a strong reputation as a hub for innovation, and I welcome new opportunities to attract businesses — such as data centers — to our state.

Issued executive orders focused on data center energy solutions after former Gov. Murphy pocket-vetoed utility tariff billSource →
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AI Super PAC Activity

1 PAC specifically targeting New Jersey

Public First ActionPro-Regulation
$50M

Backer: Anthropic

Bipartisan 501(c)(4) advocating for AI safety, transparency, and stronger oversight. Goal: raise $75M. Ad blitz on AI regulation for child safety, jobs, and national security.

Known Races:

NJ: $300K ad campaign urging voters to oppose federal AI preemption

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Latest Polling

Projects

Proposed / In Permitting (1)

NameLocationDeveloperCapacityInvestmentSource
Switch New Jersey CampusWest Windsor, NJSwitch150 MWswitch.com

Operational (1)

NameLocationDeveloperCapacityInvestmentSource
Equinix NY5 Secaucus CampusSecaucus, NJEquinix75 MWequinix.com