Nashville mayor supports temporary moratorium on data centers near zoo
News Clip0:53WTHR·Nashville, Davidson County, TN·6/30/2026
Nashville residents and leaders at the Nashville Zoo are actively opposing a proposed data center near the zoo, citing environmental and community concerns. In response to public outcry, the Nashville mayor signed an executive order supporting a temporary moratorium on new large-scale data center developments in the area.
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Gov: Nashville Mayor's Office, Metro Planning Commission
Nashville residents and leaders at the Nashville Zoo are voicing opposition to a proposed data center near the zoo. During a recent Metro Planning Commission meeting, hundreds of residents shared their concerns about potential impacts on animals, the environment and the surrounding community.
The proposal has drawn significant public attention. On Monday, Nashville's mayor signed an executive order supporting a temporary moratorium on new large-scale data centers.
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