Columbus residents speak against proposed data center. More project details shared

Residents of Columbus, GA are opposing a proposed $5.18 billion data center project named 'Project Ruby' that would be located on 900 undeveloped acres in northeast Muscogee County. Concerns include the project's impact on the local water and energy systems, as well as environmental impacts like noise, light, and air pollution. The Columbus Council heard arguments for a moratorium on data center development in the city to further study the potential risks.