Hermantown Data Center Fights Legal Battle
Two environmental groups sued the City of Hermantown over its environmental review of a proposed Google data center, arguing it inadequately addresses risks to water resources, air quality and trout streams. The lawsuit is the second legal challenge to the project, which has received several local approvals but still needs wetlands and state electric-service authorization.
Two environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the City of Hermantown, Minnesota, challenging the environmental review for Google’s proposed data center. The groups contend the review fails to adequately assess potential effects on local water resources, air quality and nearby trout streams.
The case is the second legal challenge related to Hermantown’s review of the project. City officials have approved several major agreements and permits, but the development still requires a wetlands permit and state authorization connected to Google’s electric service agreement.