Imperial County supervisors clear path for massive data center complex amid fierce opposition

Name: Imperial County supervisors clear path for massive data center complex amid fierce opposition
Uploaded: 2026-04-08T23:31:03.000Z
Duration: 1 min 31 s
Description: The Imperial County Board of Supervisors has voted to approve a controversial and massive data center complex. This decision comes despite significant opposition from thousands of county residents, who had voiced strong concerns about the project.

News Clip1:31KPBS Public Media·Imperial County, CA·4/8/2026

The Imperial County Board of Supervisors has voted to approve a controversial and massive data center complex. This decision comes despite significant opposition from thousands of county residents, who had voiced strong concerns about the project.

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Gov: Imperial County Board of Supervisors

The Imperial County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to clear the way for a massive — and deeply controversial — data center complex in the heart of the region. KPBS reporter Kori Suzuki says that’s despite fierce opposition to the project from thousands of county residents.