Missoula meeting draws opposition to proposed Bonner data center
More than 50 residents gathered at the Missoula Public Library to voice strong opposition to a proposed data center in Bonner, Montana. Organized by the Montanans Against Data Centers Action Team (MADCAT), opponents expressed concerns about potential environmental impacts and called for community input on technology development.
More than 50 people attended a public meeting at the Missoula Public Library, organized by the Montanans Against Data Centers Action Team (MADCAT), to express opposition to a potential data center proposed for Bonner, Montana. The meeting highlighted growing community pushback against data center expansion in the region.
Colette Berg, a MADCAT organizer, emphasized that the opposition is not a partisan issue but a community concern focused on preserving clean water, air, and peaceful living environments. She stated that technology development, including AI, should serve the needs of both the planet and its people, ensuring public input on such projects.
Nathan Stephens, another organizer, noted the increasing turnout and opposition, vowing to "stop this thing." The Bonner data center project was first proposed in March, and local news has also tracked similar developments, such as the proposed Quantica facility in Broadview.