Memphis fails to pass 1-year data center moratorium, instead opting for a shorter-term ban

TL;DR

Memphis city council voted against a one-year moratorium on data center development.
A substitute ordinance was passed, halting data center construction for 135 days.
Residents and activists have been protesting data center development, especially SpaceXAI's facilities, due to environmental concerns.
A plant powering SpaceXAI's data centers in Southaven, Mississippi, is facing a lawsuit over alleged pollution from methane gas turbines.
The 135-day ban aims to complement a 90-day executive order to study data center impacts.
Community members expressed frustration and concerns about a lack of transparency from local government and data center developers.
Protests and postponed votes have occurred in previous city council meetings regarding this issue.
Broader public sentiment across America shows discomfort with new data centers in local areas.

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