Neighbors push for moratorium on data centers in Lowell Township

Residents of Lowell Charter Township, Michigan, are actively opposing a proposed data center project by Microsoft and are pushing for a moratorium on all new data center developments in the area. At a recent township board meeting, community members, including Betsy Lopez-Wagner, co-founder of Residents United for a Healthy Lowell, voiced strong concerns and called for the temporary halt. Despite significant public input, the township board, led by Supervisor Jerry Hale, did not make an immediate decision on the moratorium. Instead, officials stated that the proposed moratorium will be on the agenda for a second reading and discussion at their next meeting, scheduled for May 18th. Microsoft has stated its commitment to being a "thoughtful, long-term partner" in the township and ensuring its development "adds value and reflects local priorities."