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Data Center Signal is tracking 13 clips about Beal Infrastructure data center developments across 4 states, including KS, OK, AZ, MO.

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Sequoyah Public Schools set to receive largest share of Claremore data center PILOT payments
News Clip2:01KJRH -TV | Tulsa | Channel 2·Claremore, Rogers County, OK

Sequoyah Public Schools set to receive largest share of Claremore data center PILOT payments

Sequoyah Public Schools in Claremore, Oklahoma, are set to receive approximately $100 million in PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) payments from the local data center project developed by Beal Infrastructure. These funds will be distributed to several local agencies, with the school district receiving the largest share. The district will determine how to use the annual payments once the data center construction is complete.

governmentannouncement
9/12/2026
Claremore data center financial deals include $100 million for school district
News Clip2:00KJRH -TV | Tulsa | Channel 2·Claremore, Rogers County, OK

Claremore data center financial deals include $100 million for school district

Tulsa-based Beal Infrastructure announced a significant financial deal for its Claremore data center, committing over $100 million in payments to local entities including school districts and Rogers County over 25 years. The project is currently undergoing regulatory review by the city. Once approved, a clearer construction timeline is expected.

announcementgovernmentzoning
8/31/2026
'At what cost and at what benefit?': De Soto residents, officials weigh data center job promises
News Clip2:21KSHB 41·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

'At what cost and at what benefit?': De Soto residents, officials weigh data center job promises

Data center developers Beal Infrastructure and Digital Realty are promoting job creation in DeSoto, Kansas, with promises of hundreds of construction jobs and dozens of full-time operational roles. Residents, like Sarah Vande Creek, question the true long-term benefits versus costs, while City Administrator Mike Berngartt supports the facilities aligning with the city's workforce development vision.

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Digital Realty
8/27/2026
Google revealed to be behind the data center project in Tulsa County
News Clip1:12Tulsa's News Pulse·Tulsa County, OK

Google revealed to be behind the data center project in Tulsa County

Google has been identified as the company behind a new data center campus being constructed in unincorporated Tulsa County, Oklahoma. Beal Infrastructure is also involved in the project, which will span 506 acres near the Cherokee Industrial Park. This new campus will expand Google's global network of data centers.

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Google
8/20/2026
De Soto neighbors voice opposition to large-scale data center developments
News Clip2:42KMBC 9·De Soto, Jefferson County, MO

De Soto neighbors voice opposition to large-scale data center developments

Residents in De Soto, Kansas, are strongly opposing two proposed large-scale data center developments by Beal Infrastructure and Digital Realty. Concerns center on excessive energy and water use, environmental pollution, and controversial tax abatements. A recent city council meeting saw residents voice their objections and explore strategies to prevent the projects.

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Digital Realty
6/5/2026
De Soto neighbors take aim at massive data center developments during city council meeting
News ClipKMBC·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto neighbors take aim at massive data center developments during city council meeting

De Soto residents expressed strong opposition to two proposed data center developments at a city council meeting, citing concerns about excessive energy and water use and environmental pollution. Both the city administrator and a representative from Digital Realty acknowledged the community's concerns. Another company, Beal Infrastructure, is also proposing a larger data center.

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Digital Realty
6/5/2026
Wells approved for Houghton Road data center site
News Clip2:12News 4 Tucson KVOA-TV·Tucson, Pima County, AZ

Wells approved for Houghton Road data center site

Two well applications for the Houghton Road data center project in Tucson, also known as 'Project Blue,' have been approved with specific usage rules, allowing for up to 31 million gallons of water per year. The developer, Beal Infrastructure, states they plan to use significantly less, while opposition groups like the No Desert Data Coalition express strong concerns about water consumption. The project is slated for full operation by 2028.

wateroppositiongovernmentenvironmental
5/30/2026
De Soto data center concerns: Leaders discuss solutions for noise pollution
News Clip2:01KMBC 9·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto data center concerns: Leaders discuss solutions for noise pollution

De Soto city leaders are addressing concerns about noise pollution emanating from a $3 billion data center project by Beal Infrastructure. Councilman Zack Bradley is exploring changes to the city's ordinance to ensure sound mitigation measures are implemented. The Mayor has expressed interest in discussing the issue at an upcoming city council meeting.

environmentalzoninggovernment
5/7/2026
Residents speak out in opposition of Gardner data center
News Clip2:25FOX4 News Kansas City·Gardner, Johnson County, KS

Residents speak out in opposition of Gardner data center

Residents in Gardner, Kansas, attended a city council meeting in overwhelming opposition to a proposed 300-acre hyperscale data center by Beal Infrastructure. Concerns include the project's impact on the residential community and a call for an independent environmental impact evaluation. The project, valued at $3.1 billion, is being considered amidst fears it could slip through unregulated due to its location across multiple jurisdictions.

oppositionenvironmentalgovernmentzoning
5/5/2026
Johnson County residents push back against new data center proposal
News Clip1:44KMBC 9·Gardner, Johnson County, KS

Johnson County residents push back against new data center proposal

Residents in Gardner, Johnson County, Kansas, are actively opposing a proposed 16-building data center by Beal Infrastructure due to concerns about noise pollution. The City of Gardner is currently reviewing the application for the project, which would span 300 acres. An active petition is circulating among residents against the plan.

zoningoppositionenvironmental
5/1/2026
Protestors block construction trucks at Project Blue site
News Clip1:28News 4 Tucson KVOA-TV·Tucson, Pima County, AZ

Protestors block construction trucks at Project Blue site

Dozens of protesters blocked construction trucks at the Project Blue data center site in Pima County, Arizona, expressing betrayal over the county supervisors' approval. Supervisor Rex Scott defended the project's economic benefits and the county's environmental track record, which the protesters dispute. Beal Infrastructure, the builder, stated the project is set to be operational by 2028.

oppositionenvironmentalgovernmentzoning
4/24/2026