Leavenworth County residents pack forum over proposed data center

Residents in Leavenworth County, Kansas, are actively protesting a proposed data center, with many attending a recent public forum wearing "NO DATA CENTER" stickers. The community group, "Tongue, He Data Center Watchdog Group," expressed major concerns about the immense electricity and water demands of data centers, stating these facilities "consume the low great home that can radiate for miles." While talks are in early stages, residents are seeking more information before local decisions are made. Gabby Lumma of KCTV5 reported that the Kansas Department of Commerce presented facts about the data center industry's operations to the community, aiming to inform local decisions. Community members appreciated the information but emphasized the need for more details, especially regarding the scale of the proposed "mega center" and its potential power consumption. The company behind the proposal, identified as Cloverleaf Infrastructure, has not yet revealed the specific location or scale of the project. The Kansas Department of Commerce encourages residents with further questions to email them.