Cornell professor discusses future of data centers in New York state

WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Elias Guerra

Published June 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM EDT

Lindsay Anderson is a professor and department chair at Cornell University in the Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has not yet signaled whether she plans to sign or veto a one-year moratorium on data centers over 20-megawatt capacity.

Lindsay Anderson, a professor and chair of Cornell University’s Department of Biological and Environmental Engineering, spoke with WAMC’s Elias Guerra about how data centers fit into New York’s energy grid and the role a moratorium could play.

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Elias Guerra

Elias Guerra is WAMC’s Lower Hudson Valley Bureau Chief. Their work focuses on climate and local accountability. Guerra has been published in City & State New York, Prism, and in public media stations across New York. Previously, they've investigated flooding in New York City, NYPD misconduct, and Islamophobia at universities. Elias received their Master's in Journalism from the Craig Newmark Graduate School at CUNY. You can reach them at eguerra@wamc.org with questions, tips, or feedback.

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