Third in Data Center Speaker Series to Detail Environmental Impacts
Sheboygan, Wisconsin is hosting the third installment of a speaker series to educate city council members and the public on the environmental impacts of data centers. The series aims to inform the development of zoning codes to regulate data center operations within the community. Bridget Williams of the Great Plains Institute will discuss how data centers impact local energy and environmental economies.
The city of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, is continuing its expert speaker series to address concerns regarding the environmental impacts of data centers and explore regulatory measures. The initiative aims to educate both Sheboygan Common Council members and the public on factors to consider when developing zoning codes that govern data center operations.
Tonight's event, the third in the series, will feature Bridget Williams, Policy Coordinator for Energy Systems with the Great Plains Institute. City Administrator Casey Bradley highlighted Williams's expertise, noting that her work supports local governments in establishing policies and practices to assess the overall environmental impact of data centers and advocate for clean energy and carbon offset practices. The Great Plains Institute is known for its commitment to zero-carbon energy futures and provides a unified voice for municipal, county, and tribal governments in regional planning efforts.
The meeting, open to the public both in-person and virtually, is scheduled from 6-8 PM at Uptown Social, with virtual access available via a QR code.