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Pennsylvania Data Center Development

Coverage from ABC Eastern Pennsylvania, LehighValleyLive, and others

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Pennsylvania’s data center development spans projects at different stages, from proposals and site preparation to construction.

Amazon Web Services is developing a campus at the Keystone Trade Center in Falls Township, while other plans have been reported in locations including Luzerne County, Aliquippa, Allentown, and Allenwood. The projects’ delivery depends not only on investment and construction schedules, but also on grid and utility commitments, equipment lead times, workforce capacity, permits, zoning, and local approval. These factors shape where campuses proceed and how reliably contractors can plan for the work.

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ABC Eastern Pennsylvania
On August 18, 2026, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued Executive Order 2026-05 requiring local approval and legally binding GRID commitments before state review of proposed data center permits.
10/4/2026 • Market Demand & Investment • General
LehighValleyLive / Charles Thompson
Pennsylvania is reviewing and building dozens of hyperscale data center projects aiming for 100 MW+ capacity as Governor Josh Shapiro and lawmakers consider zoning and sales tax changes amid water and environmental concerns.
7/8/2026 • Market Demand & Investment • General
ABC Eastern Pennsylvania
Amazon Web Services, NorthPoint Development, and other developers are expanding Pennsylvania data-center plans, increasing contractor preparation needs across Eastern Pennsylvania.
9/7/2026 • Infrastructure & Site Development • General