Wellington residents, mayor push back on AI data center, cite risks to water, electric and equestrian industry

Wellington residents and the mayor, Michael Napoleone, are voicing concerns about a proposed AI data center project called "Project Tango" in western Palm Beach County. They worry it could negatively impact the local water supply, electricity bills, air quality, and the village's equestrian industry. Napoleone has sent a letter to state lawmakers urging the passage of bills that would restrict the location of large data centers near homes and schools without local approval. However, supporters argue the project would bring economic benefits like job creation and tax revenue. Local officials are now delaying a final decision on the data center to conduct further analysis on its potential impacts.