Data center news: Hyperscale project proposed in Oakland County by company with backing from Alphabet

Data centers are a growing industry in Michigan, with several major projects in the works. Attorney General Dana Nessel is challenging regulations on data centers powered by Consumers Energy, seeking stricter requirements. Construction has begun on the Stargate data center in Saline Township, though it still awaits regulatory approval. Oracle has pushed back completion dates for some OpenAI data centers to 2028. A proposed 1.8 million-square-foot data center complex in Lyon Township, backed by Alphabet, is facing scrutiny from local residents. Data center developments in Michigan have faced concerns over water use, pollution, and electricity costs, as well as questions about job creation promises.