The expansion of data centers in the U.S. is poised to deliver significant economic benefits, supporting innovation, job creation, and competitiveness in the global market. However, this growth will also accelerate energy demand and water use, raising important questions about grid reliability, affordability, and impacts on local communities. It is crucial that new facilities are built in ways that are fast, fair, affordable, efficient, and clean, while protecting local watersheds, community interests, residents, and local businesses.  

Working with investors, companies, and community organizations, Ceres has developed guidance to help data center companies, utilities, investors, and policy makers ensure this growth is sustainable and widely beneficial.