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October 29, 2025 at 2:37 AM
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Residents in Harlingen are demanding transparency from city leaders as concerns mount over the potential impact of data centers on local water supplies and drainage systems.

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Residents urge transparency, ask for review as data centers draw scrutiny over Harlingen water and drainage
Multiple residents told the Harlingen City Commission they fear data centers will strain local water supplies and worsen drainage, and they urged the city to disclose agreements and consider stricter water-supply approvals for large industrial users.
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September 26, 2026 at 10:46 AM
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Your cat videos are slowly poisoning rural America (and other fun data center facts)

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Your cat videos are slowly poisoning rural America (and other fun data center facts)
July 13, 2026 at 8:25 AM
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Commissioner Joe Kegin raises eyebrows with his concerns over a controversial social media post related to a proposed data center in Garfield County.

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Commissioner raises concerns about remarks, social-media post tied to proposed data center meeting
Commissioner Joe Kegin said he had concerns about remarks he made and a social-media post related to a public informational meeting on a proposed data center for Garfield County; the Board took no action on the matter during the Sept. 14 meeting.
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September 25, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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Data centers are driving a staggering $30 billion surge in energy costs for Maryland customers, prompting urgent calls for protective measures.

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People's Counsel warns data center load has pushed capacity and transmission costs; complaint pending at FERC
Bill Fields of the Office of People's Counsel told the committee that data center load forecasts have contributed to higher capacity market prices and to large transmission investments, and that OPC has filed a complaint at FERC challenging Maryland customers' share of those costs.
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September 25, 2026 at 5:17 AM
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Councilmembers in San Antonio are raising alarms over data centers' staggering water consumption, questioning the sustainability of future tech growth.

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Councilmembers press for data after claims of large water use by data centers
Members cited concerns that data centers could use large volumes of water and asked staff and utilities for historical and projected water‑use data before deciding on code changes or a moratorium.
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August 27, 2026 at 2:19 PM
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Residents are raising alarms over a proposed AI data center near Ironton, fearing environmental impacts and community secrecy as they rally for answers from local officials.

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Residents press Ironton council for answers over proposed AI/data-center build outside city limits
Multiple Ironton-area residents criticized a newly announced AI/data-center development near Ironton, citing environmental, utility and cultural concerns; the council agreed to contact county commissioners and scheduled a joint meeting to pursue coordinated oversight and information gathering.
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December 26, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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A West Missoula herbalist is sounding the alarm on local aquifers and the staggering water demands of data centers, urging county officials to take action before it's too late.

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West Missoula resident urges commissioners to fund comprehensive aquifer study, warns of data-center water use
Peggy Miller, a West Missoula herbalist, told the county commissioners a comprehensive USGS-style aquifer study is needed to find vulnerable spots and urged officials to review potential water use by data centers, which she said can consume water equivalent to 50,000–100,000 homes.
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January 31, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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The Michigan data center, owned by Related Digital, went from township rejection to construction on former farmland in 5 months. #DataCenterImpact #DataCenterBoom #AIEthics #BigTech #TechAccountability #AICriticism #DataCenterSprawl
FOIA Records Raise Questions About Saline Township Data Center
Saline Twp – A newly released set of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) records tied to the controversial data center development in Saline Township is intensifying criticism of both township leadershi...
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March 10, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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Data centers are not just tech hubs; they could reshape our electric landscape and impact your bills—find out how!

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Officials and consultants discuss utility capacity, who pays for transmission upgrades
Presenters told the county that data centers are large, steady electrical loads that can require new transmission lines and substations; utilities determine capacity and some contracts require long-term payment commitments for capacity build-out.
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September 19, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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Power Struggles: New Jersey’s Grid, Politics, and Emerging Challenges - Cozzy Energy Solutions
New Jersey officials have released a statement concerning the outcomes of a recent PJM capacity auction, which reached its price ceiling designed to limit consumer electricity expenses but failed to secure adequate power generation for regional needs. The findings highlight continued high demand for electricity, primarily driven by an increase in artificial intelligence data centers.
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July 18, 2026 at 12:50 AM
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Residents in Aurora are raising alarms over privacy invasions and environmental impacts from data centers and surveillance cameras—what's the city planning to do about it?

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Residents raise privacy and environmental concerns about data centers and license-plate cameras
Multiple residents at the Aug. 24 meeting urged the council to limit data centers and not renew the city's ALPR/FLOC contract, citing surveillance risks, cybersecurity vulnerabilities and water and noise impacts from data center operations.
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August 26, 2026 at 3:23 AM
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Vermont's water experts warn that without strict regulations, large data centers could drain rivers and lakes, risking our precious water resources.

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Water groups warn H.727 must address large withdrawals and thermal discharge from data centers
The Lake Champlain Committee and the Vermont Natural Resources Council told the committee that data centers cooling can require hundreds of thousands of gallons per day, create thermal discharges regulated under the Clean Water Act, and trigger gaps in state permitting that the bill should close. They offered precedents and asked to submit draft language.
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February 27, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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Discover how evaporative cooling and generator choices impact data centers and the environment in Baltimore County!

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Developers tell Baltimore County planning staff evaporative cooling, generators and air permits drive data-center impacts
Oppedin presenters told Baltimore County planning staff that evaporative cooling is the main source of data-center water use, generators are typically diesel or natural gas with routine testing, and air permitting at the state level must model cumulative impacts. They urged transparent permitting and said costly grid upgrades are usually paid by projects.
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June 10, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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Columbia County is stepping up with strict protections in its partnership with Google and Georgia Power to address community concerns about data-center impacts—are you curious about the details?

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Columbia County says partnership includes strict protections for data-center development
County officials say the partnership with Google and Georgia Power includes strict, non-negotiable protections such as decibel limits, lighting rules, minimal physical footprint, local water protections, and an end-of-life site plan; the announcement provided no numeric limits.
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July 24, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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Residents in Carol Stream are raising alarms over AI data centers potentially jeopardizing local water quality, but village officials say they won't be banning them anytime soon.

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Residents press village on data centers; managers say no blanket ban and will monitor water impacts
Residents questioned whether Carol Stream would ban AI/data centers over water and environmental concerns; Village Manager Bill Homer said there is 'no commitment to not allow anymore' but that available land is limited and the village will watch water-use impacts from a small 10-megawatt center opening this summer.
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May 23, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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Big Tech claims these data centers will benefit the community. In states where they were built, utility bills rose, water ran dry (or became toxic), air/noise pollution harmed families. They are...
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May 5, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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Data centers could transform Montana's economy, promising high-paying tech jobs averaging $145,000, but the truth behind these claims needs closer examination.

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Industry panelist says data centers bring high‑paying tech jobs and revenue but details need verification
An industry speaker argued data centers create jobs, citing a $145,000 average Montana tech salary and potential tax revenue impacts; those claims were presented without on‑stage citations and should be independently checked.
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September 17, 2026 at 1:47 PM
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Can local policies truly shape the global landscape of AI and data centers, even as CEOs call for a slowdown?

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Public asks about global AI competition and calls by CEOs to slow development; panel urges local focus
Audience members asked whether U.S. restrictions on data centers would matter globally and cited CEOs' calls for an AI slowdown. Panelists said international governance is necessary but advised local attention to land‑use, energy and labor concerns.
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September 17, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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Sayreville is taking a bold step forward by seeking expert help to evaluate the environmental impacts of proposed data centers!

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Sayreville agency to issue RFPs for data‑center experts to assist Environmental Commission
Commissioner Donna moved and the agency authorized staff to issue RFPs seeking technical experts (noise, power, water specialists) to advise the Environmental Commission on data‑center impacts. The board approved proceeding with proposals and possible tours of local facilities.
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September 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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A local resident raises alarm over potential water supply strains and financial discrepancies linked to Google data centers, urging the Roanoke City Council to take action.

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Resident urges Roanoke to oppose Google data centers over water-supply fears
Danny Goad, a Botetourt County resident, urged Roanoke City Council to pass a resolution opposing Google data centers and to demand a thorough water assessment from the Western Virginia Water Authority, citing an 8.6 million gallon-per-day pipe and questions about the long-term fiscal payback.
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September 15, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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A proposed data center project could skyrocket Prichard’s sales tax revenue by an astonishing 49.1%, potentially generating over $4 million for the city!

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Data center cited as major driver of projected sales-tax gains in Prichard budget hearing
Council and public commenters referenced a data center project as a major factor behind a projected 49.1% sales-tax increase and an estimated "4 plus million dollars" in tax revenue; those figures were presented by a speaker and require staff confirmation.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:02 AM
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Alabama's data centers are drawing water from local lakes and rivers with no restrictions, raising alarm over competition for this vital resource.

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Presenter: Alabama has no restrictions on how much water data centers can use
The presenter said data centers commonly use water for cooling—sometimes from lakes, rivers or aquifers—and stated that 'Alabama has no restrictions on how much water a company can use.' The point raised regulatory and resource-allocation concerns for local communities.
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September 14, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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A trustee is calling for new legislation to ensure school districts aren't left in the lurch when tax abatements are granted to developers, sparking a crucial debate about funding and infrastructure.

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Trustee urges legislative push to protect schools from tax-abatement losses tied to data centers
A trustee recommended charging the legislative committee to pursue county and state legislation requiring entities that receive tax abatements to reimburse school districts for lost revenue; the board agreed to request a presentation exploring positive and negative local impacts of data-center conversions.
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September 12, 2026 at 5:52 PM