Columbus City Council holds meeting about concerns, resolutions for data centers in central Ohio

Columbus City Council holds meeting about concerns, resolutions for data centers in central Ohio

News Clip10TV·Columbus, Franklin County, OH·3/12/2026

The Columbus City Council is examining the impact of the growing number of data centers in central Ohio, particularly on energy and water usage. While some experts claim data centers can be efficient with water usage, large facilities can require significant amounts. City leaders aim to develop strategies to address the challenges posed by the rapid growth of data centers in the region.

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Gov: Columbus City Council, Shannon Hardin
Members of the Columbus City Council are now examining the impact data centers have on taxpayers.