Saline Township residents fight DTE's AI data center plans
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Residents of Saline Township, Michigan are protesting DTE Energy's proposal to build Michigan's largest AI data center on 250 acres of rural land. The project has faced backlash due to attempts to bypass public hearings and concerns over environmental impact, despite DTE entering a consent judgment with the township for regulations on noise, traffic, and water usage.
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Saline Township residents are protesting DTE's proposal to build Michigan's largest AI data center on 250 acres of rural land. The project has faced backlash due to attempts to bypass public hearings and concerns over environmental impact. Despite entering a consent judgment with DTE for noise, traffic, and water usage regulations, residents remain distrustful. Protests continue, with a demonstration at Beacon Park and an online hearing scheduled.
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