# Spokane Pauses New Data Centers

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Podcast: [Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/spokane-news-today-2-min-the-daily-news-now-7569664)
Published: 2026-06-23T05:09:28+00:00
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## Resource

Spokane just slapped a one-year pause on new big data centers, with City Council voting 6-1 to slow down before more are built. The move isn’t about halting tech progress, but about protecting resources—energy, water, and air—under growing strain from drought and wildfires. Critics worry about backup generator pollution and rising costs for residents, while others question the long-term job gains, especially as AI could disrupt other sectors. A key tweak ensured the aerospace tech hub stays exempt, avoiding loopholes where data centers might sneak in disguised as manufacturing. This pause buys time to craft smart, permanent rules—balancing innovation with sustainability for the future. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ee26498910028c67

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