The Verge Science
12 September 2026
Trump is giving data centers a pass to pollute
Why It Matters for ITAD
This regulatory development could affect compliance requirements for ITAD operators. Growing ESG focus creates opportunities for ITAD companies with strong sustainability credentials.
President Donald Trump is weakening environmental regulations in the name of speeding up the construction of AI data centers, raising health risks for Americans, a cadre of former EPA officials said this week in a briefing and new report. They are urging - perhaps futilely - the president to adopt a "Data Center Health Protection […]
Key Takeaways
- • Trump is giving data centers a pass to pollute.