Indivisible Tri-Cities Washington Hosts Potluck Gathering
Indivisible Tri-Cities Washington hosted a potluck gathering at the Richland Public Library to discuss concerns about data centers in the area. Liz Emmons from Tri-Cities Data Center Watch spoke about data center protocols and environmental impacts on local salmonids, addressing community concerns.
Indivisible Tri-Cities Washington organized a community potluck at the Richland Public Library on August 29th, focusing on data center developments in the Tri-Cities region. The event provided an opportunity for local residents to discuss and share food, fostering community engagement.
Liz Emmons from Tri-Cities Data Center Watch was the featured speaker, presenting information on existing data center protocols in the area and expressing various concerns. Following her presentation, attendees had a chance to ask questions and engage in a Q&A session.
Jeff Christopherson, an attendee, voiced his interest in understanding plans and options to mitigate the environmental impact of data centers, specifically on salmonids in the Columbia and lower Snake river ecosystems. The discussion highlighted the community's desire for environmentally responsible data center development.
Indivisible Tri-Cities WA also announced its participation in the Tri-Cities Union Labor Day Picnic on September 7th for future community engagement.