Residents in Decatur Township protest proposed data center, citing pollution and noise concerns

Residents of Decatur Township, Indiana are protesting a proposed data center project by Sabey Corporation. The data center is planned for 130 acres of farmland on the southeast side of Indianapolis. Local residents have voiced concerns about the potential impacts of the data center, including pollution, noise, and rising utility bills. They argue that the large power demands of the facility will lead to skyrocketing electricity rates in the state. Residents also worry about the noise and vibration from the data center, which could negatively impact a nearby business that provides services for people with disabilities. The residents have organized demonstrations to voice their opposition, and are planning to continue fighting the project after a key vote by the Metropolitan Development Commission on March 18. They feel that local officials will likely approve the data center project despite their concerns.