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id: 2e6c309808
section: environment
first_reported: 2026-11-14 11:00 EST
updated: 2026-11-14 11:00 EST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Expansion proposed for Gowanus and Narrows peaker plants

A proposal to expand the Gowanus and Narrows Generating Station peaker plants in Brooklyn has prompted data center concerns.

Section: [Weather & Environment](/new-york/section/life.md) · Entities: [Gowanus and Narrows Generating Station](/new-york/wiki/gowanus-and-narrows-generating-station.md)

## Coverage

- [Gothamist / WNYC](https://gothamist.com/news/expansion-proposal-for-brooklyn-plants-fuels-data-center-fears), 2026-11-14 11:00 EST: Expansion proposal for Brooklyn plants fuels data center fears

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