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News ClipInkFreeNews.com·Monrovia, Morgan County, IN

Google Data Center Power Deal Draws Opposition

A power expansion project tied to Google's data center in Monrovia, Indiana, is facing significant opposition. Ratepayer advocates and property owners are concerned about who will bear the costs for new infrastructure and the placement of transmission lines. AES Indiana, responsible for the power deal, claims the agreement could reduce costs for other customers, but is also facing challenges from landowners.

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Google

8/11/2026

News ClipWIBC 93.1 FM·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Groups Fight BlackRock’s Planned Takeover of AES

Consumer groups, led by the Citizens Action Coalition, have filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to block BlackRock's planned acquisition of AES, the parent company of AES Indiana. They argue the deal could violate federal law and lead to higher electricity bills for 500,000 customers. This action comes amidst a surge in proposed AI data centers in Indiana, which are driving up electricity demand and have prompted at least 17 counties to enact project moratoriums.

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7/25/2026

News ClipIndiana Public Media·Monrovia, Morgan County, IN

Activist group blasts energy project related to Monrovia data center

An activist group, Citizens Action Coalition, has criticized an energy storage project in Pike County, Indiana, approved by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. This project is part of the infrastructure planned to support Google's data center in Monrovia, raising concerns about grid strain and potential eminent domain use for transmission lines. The group argues that the rapid growth of data centers is creating an unplanned crisis for Indiana's electric grid and consumers.

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Google

7/14/2026

News ClipThe Arkansas Democrat-Gazette·PA

State officials fight against spiking electricity bills$

State officials and lawmakers in at least six states are challenging utility rate increases, citing growing utility profits and the financial strain on residents. The artificial intelligence boom and its voracious energy demands are contributing to rising electricity prices and a construction boom in the energy sector. Governors and attorneys general are pushing utilities to change financing models and ensure affordability for consumers.

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5/18/2026

News ClipLos Angeles Times·PA

As electric bills rise in the AI boom, states take aim at utilities’ profits

The artificial intelligence boom is driving up electricity bills and utility profits across the US. In response, officials and lawmakers in at least six states are challenging utility rate increases and proposing reforms to utility financing models. These actions aim to protect cash-strapped residents from rising energy costs.

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5/17/2026

News ClipBreaking News, Latest News and Videos·Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA

States challenge utility profit growth amid rising electricity bills, AI boom

The AI boom is causing rising electricity bills and utility profits, leading to disputes in several states. Officials in states like Arizona, Indiana, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania are challenging proposed utility rate increases and advocating for changes in financing models to protect consumers from escalating costs.

electricity government

5/17/2026

News ClipIndyStar·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Martindale-Brightwood neighbors sue to stall Metrobloks data center

Martindale-Brightwood residents and the Hoosier Environmental Council have filed a lawsuit against Indianapolis's Metropolitan Development Commission, challenging its approval of zoning variances for a Metrobloks data center project. They argue the city failed to adequately assess the environmental, health, and quality of life impacts on the historically Black community. This legal action follows a similar challenge in Decatur Township, and comes as the city council considers new zoning reforms for data centers, though existing projects like Metrobloks' would be exempt.

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5/11/2026

News ClipWFYI·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Indianapolis council approves data center for Martindale-Brightwood

The Indianapolis City-County Council has approved a rezoning request for a Metrobloks data center in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood, despite months of opposition from residents concerned about pollution, noise, water use, and power demand. Additionally, a non-binding resolution was passed urging the Metropolitan Development Commission to implement a temporary stay on approvals for high-impact data centers.

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5/5/2026

News ClipInside INdiana Business·Monrovia, Morgan County, IN

AES Indiana details plan to power proposed Google data center

AES Indiana has detailed its plan to power Google's proposed 390-megawatt data center near Monrovia, Indiana. The agreement requires Google to cover the full cost of the data center's power, along with three other energy projects in the state, pending approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission.

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Google

4/23/2026

News ClipIndianapolis Business Journal·Plainfield, Morgan County, IN

AES Indiana details plan to power proposed Google data center southwest of Indianapolis

AES Indiana has outlined its plan to power a proposed Google data center in Plainfield, Morgan County, without increasing electricity rates for other customers. This plan comes amidst an ongoing affordability inquiry by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission regarding statewide electricity bills.

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Google

4/23/2026

News ClipWFYI·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Decatur Township residents sue to block $4B data center

Decatur Township residents have filed a lawsuit in Marion County Superior Court to overturn the approval of a $4 billion data center proposed by Sabey Corp. They argue that the developer used a variance of use to bypass a full City-County Council vote, which residents deem a "disguised rezoning." Residents also cite concerns about noise, energy demand, water use, and property values.

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4/20/2026