Colorado’s data center debate

Big Tech wants to bring their large scale data centers to Colorado.

Right now, Colorado’s state leaders are debating two very different paths to take:

Protects families and small businesses from paying for data centers through higher electricity rates

Data center developers must sign contracts with utilities to avoid leaving customers on the hook for abandoned projects

Reporting required on water consumption, efforts to reduce water usage, and water usage effectiveness

Requires public engagement and site reviews, including community impact assessment in disproportionately impacted communities

Ensures data centers pay the full cost of new generation, transmission and distribution

Provides 100% sales and use tax exemption for up to 30 years

House Bill 26-1030

Senate Bill 26-102