OpenAI releases the National Community Covenant and Data Center Policy Blueprint, pledging to cover its own power costs and disclose construction plans.

Facing nationwide opposition to data center energy consumption, water usage, and noise levels, OpenAI released the National Community Covenant and Data Center Policy Blueprint on November 5. The company promises to fully cover electricity costs and grid expansion expenses with dedicated financial guarantees, no longer requiring local officials to sign non-disclosure agreements, developing water management plans for each facility, and publishing detailed assessments of energy use, water consumption, and noise. Facilities in southern Ohio are expected to create 2,500 jobs with an average annual salary of $80,000.