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North Dakota Researcher Publishes Guide on Data Center Impacts

An NDSU researcher has developed a guide for North Dakota policymakers, outlining the potential impacts of AI data centers on electricity bills, water usage, and noise levels. The guide aims to provide accurate information for decision-making while highlighting both benefits and concerns related to data center development in the state. Specific projects by companies like Applied Digital and Atlas Power are mentioned as examples.