Teachers and students rally against proposed AI data center in Arden

Dozens of teachers, students, and local leaders convened in Arden, Florida, for a rally organized by the Class of 2030, voicing strong opposition to "Project Tango," a proposed hyperscale AI data center. The planned facility is located near Saddle View Elementary School, and attendees expressed fears about its potential impact on the young students. The primary concern highlighted by speakers and attendees was noise pollution, which they believe could severely affect children's learning efficiency, language development, academic performance, and increase stress levels, leading to long-term developmental issues. While acknowledging general impacts of building and power, noise was the predominant worry. Students attending the rally emphasized their love for their school and neighborhood, stating they do not want a data center to disrupt their homes or distract them at school. The rally served as a pre-emptive stand ahead of a crucial vote by the Palm Beach County Commission on April 23rd regarding the future of Project Tango. Opponents urged the commission to vote down the proposal or, at minimum, delay the decision to allow for more comprehensive data collection and assessment of the project's potential effects on the Arden community.