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Data Center Signal is tracking 80 clips about Beale Infrastructure data center developments across 3 states, including AZ, KS, OK.

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opposition93%

government76%

zoning63%

environmental55%

water53%

electricity35%

announcement15%

moratorium14%

legal11%

News ClipThe New Lede·Lawrence, Douglas County, KS

The Kansas community fighting data centers before they arrive

Residents in Lawrence, Kansas, have formed a group to proactively oppose potential data center developments, learning from nearby communities already facing proposals. This comes as Lawrence city commissioners enacted a two-year moratorium on large-scale data centers, changing the approval process from "by right" to requiring public input. Meanwhile, a moratorium was also passed in Leavenworth County, while a large data center project by Beale Infrastructure is under construction in De Soto, despite local frustrations.

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7/22/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto officials consider new data center noise regulations

De Soto city officials are initiating a process to develop new noise regulations for data centers, following resident concerns about two major projects by Beale Infrastructure and Digital Realty. The city council has approved a request for an independent consultant to evaluate existing rules, though some council members are concerned about the proposed timeline. Residents are actively voicing concerns about the potential health impacts of constant low-frequency noise from data centers.

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Digital Realty

7/17/2026

News ClipArizona Daily Star·Marana, Pima County, AZ

Immigration, data centers factor in Marana council race$

Data centers have become a central issue in the Marana Town Council race, with candidates debating the approval of a large data center project by Beale Infrastructure. Opposition candidates are calling for a moratorium on development and greater transparency, citing concerns over power and water usage. A legal challenge is currently underway to force a public referendum on the rezoning decision.

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7/12/2026

News ClipAZPM News·Marana, Pima County, AZ

Marana Town Council candidates discuss data center, growth and proposed ICE detention facility at forum

Candidates for Marana Town Council discussed the recently approved data center rezoning at a forum, highlighting community division over the project's water and power usage. Opponents raised concerns about potential rising utility costs and insufficient regulatory oversight, while supporters emphasized job creation. The forum also touched upon the need for robust infrastructure alongside economic development.

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7/11/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·Johnson County, KS

Data center developers boasted partnership with JCCC. College says not the case

Data center developers Beale Infrastructure and DAMAC Digital Solutions claimed partnerships with Johnson County Community College (JCCC) for workforce development in De Soto and Edgerton, Kansas. JCCC has denied these claims, stating no such partnerships or funding arrangements exist. One of the projects in Edgerton was recently denied by the Planning Commission and is now appealed to the City Council for a vote.

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7/9/2026

News ClipKCUR·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto’s data center project doubled in size from initial designs, drawing complaints

Beale Infrastructure's data center project in De Soto, Kansas, has nearly doubled in size from initial designs, prompting complaints from residents who feel it's a "breach of understanding." The De Soto Planning Commission approved the expanded scope for the $3 billion project, which will now span nearly 2.9 million square feet across four buildings. Meanwhile, another developer, Digital Realty, is proposing a 1,400-acre data center campus nearby, further fueling community concerns.

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Digital Realty

7/9/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

Kansas’ first hyperscale data center to be twice as big as developers pitched

Developers are constructing Kansas' first hyperscale data center in De Soto, but have expanded its size to nearly 3 million square feet, more than double the initial pitch. While city officials state the project complies with zoning, residents express skepticism and concerns about environmental impacts and noise. The De Soto City Council has tabled a decision on contracting a consultant to better regulate data center noise, with discussions set to resume.

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7/9/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto’s approved data center project doubles in size from initial designs$

Beale Infrastructure's data center project in De Soto, Kansas, has doubled in size after approval from the Planning Commission, sparking significant resident opposition. The expansion affects a payment in lieu of taxes agreement and raises concerns about water and energy usage. Another developer, Digital Realty, is also eyeing the area, while other data center applications in the county have been withdrawn or denied, and moratoriums rejected.

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Digital Realty

7/7/2026

News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto data center draws community questions as Panasonic adds data center battery cell production

A $3 billion data center project by Beale Infrastructure is under construction in De Soto, Kansas, prompting community concerns about water supply, energy usage, and environmental impacts. Residents expressed these concerns at a June listening session, while developer Beale Infrastructure stated it is minimizing water use and investing in the community. Separately, Panasonic plans to begin producing data center battery cells at its nearby De Soto plant.

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6/29/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

Digital Realty proposes large data center in De Soto; faces opposition$

Digital Realty is proposing a new 1,400-acre data center campus in De Soto, Kansas, near a 300-acre facility by Beale Infrastructure that recently broke ground. This new proposal faces strong local opposition due to concerns about water usage, noise, pollution, and strain on the power grid. City councils in Gardner and Edgerton recently rejected proposed data center moratoriums.

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Digital Realty

6/29/2026

News Clip2:28KMBC 9·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

Residents, former council member raise concerns at De Soto data center information session

Residents and a former De Soto city council member expressed concerns during an information session held by Beale Infrastructure about a proposed data center project. The concerns raised included transparency, utility costs, and potential community impacts.

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6/19/2026

News ClipThe Frontier·OK

How data center developers won secrecy pledges from Oklahoma officials

Data center developers in Oklahoma have secured confidentiality agreements from local officials, leading to secrecy around projects and public backlash. These non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) have allowed cities like Sand Springs, Claremore, and Coweta to annex land and approve projects with limited public input, sparking opposition groups and lawsuits. A state lawmaker's attempt to ban such NDAs failed, as officials feared disrupting business development.

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Google

6/17/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Latest push to halt data center proposals in southern JoCo wanes$

The Edgerton and Gardner City Councils in Johnson County, Kansas, recently denied proposed six-month moratoriums on data center development, despite significant community opposition. This decision follows the Edgerton Planning Commission's denial of an $860 million data center proposal from DAMAC Digital. Residents expressed disappointment, citing a lack of environmental answers and feeling unrepresented by their council members.

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6/16/2026

News Clip2:33News 4 Tucson KVOA-TV·Tucson, Pima County, AZ

Beale Infrastructure donates $5.9M to Pima Community College

Pima Community College's governing board accepted a nearly $6 million donation from Beale Infrastructure, the company behind Project Blue, a controversial data center development in Tucson. The donation, intended for scholarships and faculty, has sparked debate among community members due to concerns over the data center's potential water and energy use. PCC Chancellor Jeffrey Nasci defended the decision, citing the college's limited funding.

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6/11/2026

News Clip2:16KGUN9·Tucson, Pima County, AZ

Pima Community College defends accepting $6M donation from Project Blue Developer

Community members protested at a Pima Community College board meeting after the college accepted a $6 million donation from Beale Infrastructure, the company behind the proposed Project Blue AI Data Center. Opponents argue the donation contradicts the college's commitment to environmental sustainability, especially after the removal of the environmental sustainability department director position. The college defends the donation, stating it is needed for new programs and hires, and that its commitment to sustainability remains.

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6/11/2026

News ClipLawrence Journal-World·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

A second major data center project has been proposed in De Soto near Panasonic battery plant

Digital Realty has proposed "Astra North," a large data center campus in De Soto, Kansas, near the Panasonic battery plant. Preliminary plans for the $4 billion first phase, including nine buildings and two substations requiring 600 MW of power, were presented to the De Soto City Council. This project, alongside another by Beale Infrastructure, has generated significant community opposition due to its scale and proximity to schools.

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Digital Realty

6/10/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

Two new data centers are eyeing De Soto. Residents want more protections in place

Residents in De Soto, Kansas, are actively opposing proposals for two new hyperscale data centers by Digital Realty and Beale Infrastructure, citing concerns over water usage, noise, and environmental impacts. They are demanding the city implement strict caps on water and power, ban tax incentives, and update noise ordinances, while the City Council is considering new regulations.

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Digital Realty

6/8/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·Gardner, Johnson County, KS

Gardner data center moratorium fizzles, Edgerton is next$

The Gardner City Council rejected a proposed six-month moratorium on data center applications, despite community and councilmember support. Meanwhile, the Edgerton City Council is set to consider its own moratorium on June 11, facing strong resident opposition to an existing data center application from DAMAC Digital. Both cities are grappling with how to regulate data center development amid concerns about water usage, noise, and environmental impact.

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6/2/2026

News Clip3:52FOX23 News Tulsa·Coweta, Wagoner County, OK

Scandal erupts over fake emails supporting Project Atlas data center

Project Atlas, a data center development in Coweta, Oklahoma, was scrapped by Beale Infrastructure in March after facing months of controversy. Three months later, a new scandal has emerged regarding fake emails of support sent for the project. This suggests ongoing repercussions and investigations even after the project's cancellation.

opposition

6/2/2026

News Clipfox23.com·Claremore, Rogers County, OK

Recall and referendum petitions filed in Claremore over data center

Residents in Claremore, Oklahoma, have filed recall petitions against the entire City Council and referendum petitions to reverse three ordinances that approved the Project Mustang data center. This action aims to allow residents a direct vote on the controversial data center project. Opposition leaders cite concerns about transparency and potential impacts on quality of life.

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5/30/2026