Columbus City Council meeting debates the local impact of data centers

The Columbus City Council held a four-hour meeting to debate the local impact of data centers. Representatives from the data center industry, labor unions, policy think tanks, environmental groups, and the city's water department presented information, while residents shared their views. Concerns were raised about data centers' water and electricity usage, as well as long-term environmental impacts. The meeting highlighted the ongoing debate over the growth of data centers in the Columbus area.