The Data Center Digest — May 24, 2026, 7:19 AM ET

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Policy & RegulationLEAD STORY

St. Louis Delays Vote on Data Center Zoning Rules After Public Pushback

St. Louis officials have postponed a vote on sweeping data center zoning regulations following public opposition, according to KSDK. The delay reflects mounting tension between rapid data center expansion and community concerns across U.S. municipalities.

KSDK·7 hours ago

DOE Outlines Clean Energy Pathways to Meet Data Center Demand

The Department of Energy has published guidance on using clean energy resources to satisfy surging data center electricity demand. The report comes as grid operators warn of reliability risks tied to accelerating load growth.

Department of Energy·5 hours ago

Cooling

Porsche's Water Cooling Shift Offers Lessons for Data Centers

Data Center Dynamics examines how Porsche's transition from air to water cooling in its facilities provides a practical reference for thermal management in modern data centers. The analysis highlights efficiency gains and design trade-offs relevant to high-density AI workloads.

Data Center Dynamics·4 hours ago

Market

Global X ETFs Analyzes Consolidation Trend in Digital Infrastructure

Global X ETFs has published an analysis of the ongoing consolidation among data center and digital infrastructure assets, citing the broader digital shift as a driver of M&A activity. The report covers REIT positioning and long-term investment dynamics in the sector.

Global X ETFs·3 hours ago