Electricians union addresses misconceptions about proposed Sedgwick County data centers

As Sedgwick County considers proposals for large data centers, the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 271 is addressing concerns raised by residents. Jeimeson Saudino, the union's business manager, argues that modern data centers use closed-loop and air-cooling systems, dispelling claims of high water consumption. While the proposed facilities would be significantly larger than existing ones in the area, Saudino suggests the county is handling the issue responsibly and should carefully examine the potential benefits, such as economic growth and reduced property taxes for residents, as seen in other data center projects.