Behring Companies

Data Center Signal is tracking 11 clips about Behring Companies data center developments across 1 states, including CA.

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News ClipThe Oaklandside·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Data center moratorium clears key hurdle in Oakland

Oakland's City Council Life Enrichment Committee unanimously approved a 45-day moratorium on new data center projects, with the full City Council set to vote on it. The pause aims to allow the city to evaluate the impacts of data centers on energy, water, pollution, and public health. This decision comes amidst growing resident concerns and a proposed data center project by Behring Companies.

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9/23/2026

News ClipThe Oaklandside·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Oakland Debates Data Center Proposals Amid Opposition and Moratorium Push

Oakland is grappling with contentious data center proposals, including one from Behring Companies downtown and broader concerns about tech industry expansion. An organized opposition campaign is actively resisting these developments, citing economic, environmental, and social impacts. City Councilmember Carroll Fife has introduced a 45-day moratorium on new data center approvals to allow the city to develop comprehensive policies.

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Digital Realty

9/21/2026

News ClipEast Bay Insiders Newsletter·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Oakland Weighs Data Center Moratorium as Opposition Mounts

Oakland City Council is facing strong public opposition to new data centers, particularly a project by Behring Companies. Councilmember Carroll Fife has proposed an urgency ordinance for a temporary moratorium on data center approvals, following similar actions by the Hayward and Richmond city councils.

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9/17/2026

News ClipHoodline·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Oakland Data Center Moratorium Fight Explained

Oakland officials are considering a 45-day moratorium on new data center developments following a proposal by Councilmember Carroll Fife, amid growing opposition to Behring Companies' plan for an AI computing facility in downtown Oakland. Activists argue the project could increase power bills and are campaigning for stronger regulations. The proposal for a temporary pause aims to allow the city to develop comprehensive operational, environmental, and public safety rules for the industry.

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9/13/2026

News ClipThe Oaklandside·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

A movement against data centers gains steam in Oakland

An activist group called No Data Center in Oakland is gaining momentum in its opposition to a proposed data center by Behring Companies in Downtown Oakland. The group is organizing community members and has submitted a petition urging the Oakland City Council to impose a temporary moratorium on data centers. Councilmember Carroll Fife has introduced legislation for a 45-day moratorium to allow the city to develop comprehensive policies.

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9/11/2026

News ClipKQED·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Oakland Residents Continue Push Against Data Centers

Oakland residents, led by the Party for Socialism and Liberation and local community leaders, are actively pushing for a citywide ban on data centers due to environmental concerns, particularly around water and energy usage and noise pollution. This movement follows a proposal by Behring Companies and leases signed by Tesla and Prometheus for potential data center sites. Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife is reportedly working on a proposal for a moratorium on data centers.

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8/30/2026

News ClipThe Oaklandside·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Oakland Considers Downtown Data Center Proposal Amid Community Concerns

A local developer, Behring Companies, is proposing a data center in downtown Oakland, sparking debate among residents and city officials about its potential impact on the energy grid and environment. Concurrently, other tech companies like Tesla and Jeff Bezos's startup Prometheus are leasing large industrial spaces in West Oakland, contributing to community confusion and concerns about gentrification. City Councilmember Carroll Fife is exploring legislation to regulate data centers in Oakland.

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8/17/2026

News ClipKQED·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Some Oaklanders Opposed to Proposed Data Center

Oakland residents and the Party for Socialism and Liberation are opposing Behring Companies' proposed data center in downtown Oakland, citing environmental concerns, distrust, and a desire for community-benefiting projects. The group has launched a petition advocating for a city-wide data center ban, drawing parallels to a temporary ban enacted in Oakley. Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife is working on regulations for responsible AI, while Behring Companies maintains the project's necessity for their overall development and addresses environmental concerns.

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8/16/2026

News ClipKQED·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Proposed Oakland Data Center Draws Opposition, Developer and Councilmember Respond

Behring Companies has proposed a data center in downtown Oakland as part of a larger AI campus, claiming it differs from typical large-scale facilities and aligns with the building's prior use as a supercomputing complex. Despite developer assurances and support from Councilmember Carroll Fife, the project is facing early opposition from groups like the Party for Socialism and Liberation, who have launched a petition citing environmental and job concerns.

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8/15/2026

News ClipSFist·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Behring Companies Plans AI Data Center in Downtown Oakland

Behring Companies announced plans to develop a 20,000-square-foot AI data center in downtown Oakland, utilizing a former supercomputer facility. This project aims to support AI and robotics research at a nearby innovation campus. The proposal has generated mixed reactions from Oakland residents, with some raising concerns about environmental impact and energy costs.

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8/12/2026

News ClipKTVU·Oakland, Alameda County, CA

Developer unveils plans for AI data center to support an 'innovation campus' in downtown Oakland

Behring Companies has unveiled plans for a new 20,000-square-foot AI data center in downtown Oakland, California, to support the Stack Ventures innovation campus. The project has sparked debate among local residents regarding its potential economic benefits and environmental impacts, particularly concerning electricity and water usage. While some residents expressed optimism for job creation, others raised red flags about data center development without sufficient public knowledge.

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8/12/2026