Residents storm out during data center debate in Spartanburg County
A special called meeting in Spartanburg County concerning a proposed one-year data center moratorium resulted in heated debate and some residents storming out. No votes were taken on the moratorium, which was previously delayed. The Southern Environmental Law Center advocated for a pause on data center development due to environmental concerns.
A special called meeting of the Spartanburg County Council to discuss a one-year data center moratorium turned contentious on Wednesday night, with emotions running high among residents, developers, attorneys, and council members. The meeting, which followed a delayed vote on the moratorium last month, was held for discussion only, with no votes taken.
The council chambers were packed for hours as the debate unfolded, leading to multiple clashes between council members and speakers. The intensity of the discussions led to some residents storming out of the meeting. Public Safety Committee Chairman Mo Abusaft was heard demanding answers to his questions.
The Southern Environmental Law Center was present, advocating for a pause on data center development in the county, citing environmental concerns. The issue of data center development in Spartanburg County continues to be a hot topic, with ongoing opposition and a pending decision on the proposed moratorium.