GYEDC says data centers are not a target industry

News Clip1:50News 11 Yuma·Yuma County, AZ·9/29/2026

The Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation (GYEDC) has clarified its role in discussions about data centers in Yuma County. The GYEDC stated it is only gathering information and is not actively pushing for data center development in the area.

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Gov: Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation, Yuma County

The ongoing conversation surrounding data centers in Yuma County has led the Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation (GYEDC) to issue a clarification regarding its involvement.

According to the GYEDC, the organization is merely gathering information pertinent to data centers and is not actively advocating for or promoting their development within Yuma County. This statement aims to address community discussions and define the economic development body's position on attracting the data center industry to the region.