Van Wert data center end user named

QTS Data Centers has been confirmed as the "end user" for a substantial 500-megawatt data center project slated for Van Wert, Ohio. This $10 billion development will span 962 acres, which the Van Wert City Council recently annexed into the city and rezoned to I-2 General Industrial, paving the way for the facility.

Van Wert Mayor Ken Markward expressed enthusiasm for the project, noting the city's nearly two-decade wait for a developer for the mega site. He highlighted the anticipated benefits of good-paying jobs and a strengthened tax base for local residents. QTS emphasized its commitment to the community, including fully funding all necessary energy infrastructure improvements in collaboration with American Electric Power (AEP), which aims to modernize the grid and ensure reliable service without impacting existing customers.

Environmental sustainability is a key feature of the design, as the Van Wert data center campus will employ a closed-loop cooling system that eliminates water consumption once operational. Brent Stevens, Executive Director of Van Wert Area Economic Development, stated that ensuring a water-efficient solution was a critical requirement. The cooling technology will incorporate components from Danfoss, a company with established ties to Van Wert.

QTS Co-CEOs Tag Greason and David Robey affirmed their dedication to being a responsible community partner, focusing on local priorities and sustainable growth. A community event is scheduled at Vantage Career Center for residents to gather more information and provide input on the project.