# OpenAI proposes policies for AI infrastructure projects

> OpenAI introduced a community compact and policy blueprint for AI infrastructure, saying they aim to protect local resources and support jobs.

Oossa · 2026-11-05 · https://oossa.com/en/openai-proposes-policies-for-ai-infrastructure-projects

OpenAI says it has introduced a National Community Compact and a Compute Campus Policy Blueprint to guide the development of AI infrastructure. The company says the proposals are intended to protect local resources, create jobs and support responsible development.

The announcement does not specify what commitments the compact or blueprint require, or how communities would enforce them.

## The facts

- The two initiatives are called the National Community Compact and Compute Campus Policy Blueprint.
- OpenAI says their goals include protecting local resources and creating jobs.

## Why it matters

For communities near planned AI campuses, the proposals could offer a framework for local impacts, but their practical effect is unclear without details on required commitments.

## Sources & references

1. [Setting a new standard for responsible AI infrastructure](https://openai.com/index/setting-new-standard-responsible-ai-infrastructure) – OpenAI, 2026-11-05
2. [OpenAI pledges to pay for data center power after election highlights AI concerns](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/11/05/openai-to-pay-for-data-center-power-after-election-shows-ai-concern.html) – CNBC, 2026-11-05

Last updated: 2026-11-05