Data Centers in Maine
Maine is home to 11 data center facilities totaling 1,036 MW of capacity. 5 projects are under construction or planned.Explore the full breakdown of water usage, noise, tax incentives, and upcoming construction below.
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All Facilities in Maine (11)
| Facility | Status | Capacity | Water-cooled | Noise | Tax incentives |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Maine Data Center 9 Unknown | Operating | 176 MW | Yes | moderate | Yes |
Maine Data Center 5 Unknown | Operating | 168 MW | Yes | high | Yes |
Maine Data Center 3 Unknown | Operating | 160 MW | No | low | Yes |
Maine Data Center 1 Unknown | Under Construction | 124 MW | Yes | low | Yes |
Maine Data Center 10 Unknown | Operating | 109 MW | No | low | Yes |
Maine Data Center 4 Unknown | Under Construction | 99 MW | No | high | Yes |
Maine Data Center 8 Unknown | Operating | 72 MW | No | low | No |
Maine Data Center 7 Unknown | Under Construction | 61 MW | No | low | No |
Maine Data Center 11 Unknown | Operating | 51 MW | Yes | moderate | No |
Maine Data Center 6 Unknown | Under Construction | 10 MW | No | moderate | No |
Maine Data Center 2 Unknown | Under Construction | 6 MW | No | moderate | No |
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4 of 11 data center facilities in Maine use water-based cooling, drawing an estimated 0 gallons per day combined. Water-cooled facilities rely on evaporative cooling towers, which can place strain on local water supplies — particularly during drought conditions. Residents near these sites may want to monitor local water utility reports and conservation measures.
Tax incentives for data centers in Maine
6 facilities in Maine receive local or state tax incentives. These incentives — often property tax abatements, sales tax exemptions on equipment, or utility rate discounts — are used to attract data center investment. Residents should understand how these agreements affect local tax revenue, school funding, and public services.
Noise impact from data centers in Maine
2 facilities in Maine are classified as high-noise sites, where cooling fans, HVAC systems, and backup generators may be audible from nearby homes. An additional 4 are rated moderate. Residents living within a few hundred feet of these facilities should be aware of potential low-frequency hum, especially at night when ambient noise is lower.
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