New 'Clean Breeches' lager fuels opposition to proposed Monroe Township data center
A new 'Clean Breeches' lager from Cold Springs Inn and Brewing Company is funding the 'No Monroe Data Center' group's opposition to a proposed hyperscale data center in Monroe Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. The project requires a zoning change as the parcels are currently residential, and residents are concerned about water usage and pollution. A developer presentation was recently postponed at the request of project representatives, who plan to revise their proposal.
A proposed hyperscale data center in Monroe Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, continues to face significant community opposition. The "No Monroe Data Center" group, formed two months ago by Tina Prinz, has gathered thousands of petition signatures and is now receiving financial support through a unique fundraiser. Cold Springs Inn and Brewing Company launched a new lager called "Clean Breeches," named after the Yellow Breeches Creek, with 25% of sales directly supporting No Monroe's efforts to educate the community.
The proposed data center would be built on two parcels along West Grantham and Williams Grove Roads, which are currently zoned residential. Developers would require a zoning change before the project could move forward. Residents, including Tina Prinz, express strong environmental concerns, particularly regarding the potential impact on well water and the Yellow Breeches Creek due to the data center's substantial water draw.
A scheduled presentation from developers was recently postponed by Monroe Township officials at the request of project representatives. Developers intend to revise their proposal to incorporate public feedback before returning with an updated presentation. Residents like Noreen Coopsmoyer emphasize their determination to protect the character of their community, maintaining that the data center does not belong in the proposed location.