New Jersey fines data center $1.1M after drone pics expose 62 gas generators

A data center in New Jersey has been fined $1.1 million after photos taken by a drone revealed 62 gas generators on the site, sparking concerns about pollution. The facility, located in Piscataway, was fined by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) for violating state regulations. The generator emissions have been a long-standing issue in the area, with neighbors expressing concerns about the impact on air quality and health. The fine is the largest issued by the NJDEP for a data center under the state's Air Pollution Control Act. The data center has 30 days to appeal the fine.