Community oppose possible data center in Monroe County
Residents in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, are opposing a potential data center development. This opposition comes after township supervisors approved a zoning change that residents believe paves the way for a large data center, raising significant environmental concerns.
Community members in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, are voicing strong opposition to a potential data center development following a recent zoning change approved by township supervisors. Residents attended a zoning board meeting to express their concerns about the project, which they believe is facilitated by the new zoning regulations.
A key concern highlighted by attendees is the environmental impact of such a large-scale data center. One resident stated that the ultimate purpose of the rezoning is to make the area eligible for a data center, expressing worries about its effect on the environment and the local community, including animal welfare.
The meeting saw approximately 200 people in attendance, indicating significant local engagement and unified disapproval of the proposed development. Residents emphasized that the community does not want the data center, citing both human and environmental considerations.