Dowagiac residents confront data center over noise, water concerns as expansion looms
Residents of Dowagiac, Michigan, are confronting Hyperscale Data Inc. over ongoing noise violations and concerns about water usage and potential contamination from its data center. The company is seeking to expand, intensifying community backlash, and a class-action lawsuit has already been filed over the noise. Many residents left a recent public meeting unsatisfied with the company's responses.
Residents of Dowagiac, Michigan, are expressing significant frustration with Hyperscale Data Inc. over ongoing noise violations and concerns regarding water use and potential contamination from its data center. The company is proposing an expansion, which has intensified community backlash.
During a recent public meeting at City Hall, residents sought answers and solutions from Hyperscale Data Inc. and their City Council, but many reportedly left unsatisfied. A class-action lawsuit has already been filed against the company concerning the noise pollution.
Hyperscale Data Inc. stated they are working to address noise issues within three months. Regarding water concerns, the company plans to use a closed-loop water system to reuse water rather than drawing from the town supply. However, this explanation left residents with more questions, particularly about the disposal of the water from the closed-loop system.