Westmoreland County residents voice frustrations amid data center speculation
Residents in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County, are expressing strong frustration and concerns about potential data center developments in their community. A petition to ban data centers has gathered over 1,000 signatures, citing environmental worries, water scarcity, and noise pollution. Township officials confirm no formal plans have been submitted, though landmen have approached property owners.
Residents of Rostraver Township in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, are actively voicing their strong opposition to the potential development of data centers in their community. Angela Carson initiated a petition to ban data centers in Rostraver Township, which quickly garnered over 1,000 signatures within two days, highlighting widespread concern among locals.
Concerns expressed by residents like Marcey Moore focus on environmental impacts, including potential water contamination and scarcity, constant noise pollution, and a general feeling that data centers are detrimental to their community's quality of life. Rostraver Township officials, however, have stated that no formal plans for data center construction have been officially submitted.
KDKA Investigates confirmed that various businesses and farmers in the region, including Rostraver Township, have been contacted by landmen representing firms interested in property acquisition, though the specific purpose of these acquisitions remains unclear. While some approaches were from an oil and gas company, the general speculation about data centers has fueled resident anxieties. The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County and West Penn Power have not yet confirmed any data center inquiries for resource allocation, as residents continue to rally against future developments.