Informed Life Radio: Data Centers – Advocating for Strong Local Rules

(August 28,2026) In Episode 381, Sam Romain, chairman of Americans for Energy Dominance, discusses how residents can respond when attempts to ban a proposed data center are unlikely to succeed. We look at how communities can advocate for temporary moratoria and stringent rulemaking to protect water and power supplies, limit noise, light and pollution, prevent secret deals and blank-check tax breaks, and ensure developers bear the full cost of infrastructure and decommissioning. We also examine Washington’s growing data-center footprint and practical steps citizens can take before a project is approved.

References:

• City Council passes emergency data center moratorium and policy framework – Seattle City Council Blog
• Sam Romain | Energy Policy. Political Strategy. American Innovation.
• Sam Romain  | Substack