Data center developer withdraws in Pacific
Data center developer Beltline Energy has withdrawn its zoning application for a project in Pacific, Franklin County, Missouri, following strong public opposition. This is considered a significant win for opponents, who anticipate further efforts to prevent data center development in the county.
The video reports a significant victory for opponents of data centers in Franklin County, Missouri. Beltline Energy, a data center developer, formally withdrew its zoning application for a project planned in the city of Pacific. This decision came after the company faced substantial public resistance, with opponents consistently packing meetings to urge local leaders to reject the development plan.
While celebrating this withdrawal as a major win, opponents acknowledge that the broader effort to prevent data center construction is not over. They anticipate the fight will now shift focus to the Franklin County Commission, suggesting further efforts will be needed to prevent other potential data center projects or related approvals in the county.