Black Hills Energy

Data Center Signal is tracking 6 clips about Black Hills Energy data center developments across 2 states, including WY, MT.

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News ClipWyomingNews.com·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Microsoft intends to purchase 3,200 acres south of Cheyenne for data centers

Microsoft has announced its intention to purchase 3,200 acres south of Cheyenne, Wyoming, to significantly expand its data center operations, tripling its physical footprint. This major development is expected to generate substantial local tax revenue, with the company addressing concerns about electricity and water usage through specific utility agreements and advanced cooling technologies. The project will involve future city annexation and rezoning processes.

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Microsoft

4/16/2026

News ClipKGAB·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Microsoft Eyes 3,200 Acres In Cheyenne For New Data Centers

Microsoft has announced plans to acquire 3,200 acres in Cheyenne, Wyoming, for a significant data center expansion. The project will involve a multi-year planning process, public hearings, and commitments from Microsoft to prevent increased electric rates and replenish more water than it consumes. The company expects to create thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of permanent positions.

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Microsoft

4/15/2026

News Clip2:05Your Wyoming Link·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Microsoft plans 3,200-acre data center expansion in Cheyenne

Microsoft is planning a significant data center expansion in Cheyenne, Wyoming, involving the purchase of 3,200 acres for future development. The project is anticipated to create numerous jobs, but local concerns about water usage and electricity demand are being raised by residents and city officials. Public hearings are expected to address these issues and community input will be sought as the plan progresses.

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Microsoft

4/14/2026

News ClipCowboy State Daily·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Microsoft To Triple Its Cheyenne Data Center Footprint With 3,200-Acre Land Buy

Microsoft plans to significantly expand its data center footprint in Cheyenne, Wyoming, by purchasing 3,200 additional acres. This massive expansion has sparked debates among state lawmakers and residents concerning its potential impacts on energy costs and water usage, despite Microsoft's assurances regarding its utility partnerships and efficient cooling technologies.

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Microsoft

4/14/2026

News ClipCap City News·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Microsoft plans massive 3,200-acre expansion of Cheyenne data centers

Microsoft has announced plans to acquire 3,200 acres of land southeast of Cheyenne, Wyoming, to significantly expand its data center footprint. This expansion is expected to create hundreds of full-time jobs and thousands of construction positions without local property tax incentives, and the company has committed to substantial infrastructure investments to benefit the community. Microsoft will engage in community outreach, annexation, and rezoning processes, addressing concerns about energy and water usage.

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Microsoft

4/14/2026

News ClipKTVQ·MT

Montana environmental group fears electricity rate increase with NorthWestern-Black Hills merger

A Montana environmental group, 350 Montana, is voicing concerns about the proposed merger between NorthWestern Energy and Black Hills Energy. They fear the merger could increase electricity rates for Montanans and prioritize AI data centers, urging the Public Service Commission for more transparent review. The issue has sparked debate among PSC commissioners.

electricity government environmental

3/21/2026