Heinrich demands answers on data centers proposed for federal public lands
Sen. Martin Heinrich demands BLM disclose data center proposals on public lands, their environmental reviews and legal authority by Nov. 20.
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Project Jupiter developer waives air permit deadline, seeks to postpone Dec. 7 hearing
Project Jupiter's developer has waived a Nov. 23 air permit decision deadline as New Mexico regulators seek to postpone the Dec. 7 public hearing.
New Mexico State University students and organizers call for statewide ban on data centers
NMSU students and organizers rallied in Las Cruces to demand a statewide ban on AI data centers ahead of New Mexico's 2027 legislative session.
Data center Project Jupiter air quality permit hearing set for early December
Project Jupiter's air quality permit hearing is scheduled for Dec. 7 in Sunland Park, with public comments, emissions questions and legal motions still at issue.
New Mexico residents fighting to save solar observatory from demolition hail partial win
Preservation advocates gain time to challenge demolition plans at Sunspot Solar Observatory, though federal officials still intend to remove the facilities.
Oracle touts Project Jupiter benefits during tour as wrangling over power continues
Oracle highlights Project Jupiter's economic benefits as its power plans face permit delays, emissions scrutiny and questions from Doña Ana County commissioners.
Oracle says Project Jupiter could turn to grid power if air permit falls through
Oracle told Doña Ana County commissioners Project Jupiter could seek power from a grid provider if its planned on-site system cannot secure an air permit, potentially requiring further county review.
New Mexico land commissioner shoots down Canadian data center company’s pitch at Spaceport America
New Mexico Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard says she will not approve a proposed Aetherion data center at Spaceport America while Sierra County’s moratorium remains in effect.
Attorney general backs Project Jupiter court challenges, alleges state agencies bypassed required process
Attorney General Raúl Torrez is backing two Supreme Court challenges to Project Jupiter permits, alleging due-process failures in air permitting and unlawful emergency groundwater approval.
