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Data Center Signal is tracking 4 clips about Central Arkansas Water data center developments across 1 states, including AR.

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News ClipArkansas Times·Little Rock, Pulaski County, AR

Pulaski County Judge Candidate Raises Concerns Over Google, AVAIO Digital Data Center Transparency

Pulaski County Judge candidate Wendell Griffen is criticizing Google for its lack of transparency regarding a planned $1 billion data center in Little Rock, and AVAIO Digital for its AI campus near Wrightsville. He and other officials are demanding more information and advocating for the creation of a robust regulatory framework for data center developments in Central Arkansas due to concerns about land use, utility impacts, and job creation claims.

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Google

6/13/2026

News ClipLittle Rock Public Radio·Little Rock, Pulaski County, AR

Little Rock City Board passes data center ordinance

The Little Rock City Board unanimously passed an ordinance to regulate data centers, imposing requirements for noise, landscaping, and utilities. This regulatory action follows plans by Google to build a significant data center near the Port of Little Rock, a project that has drawn considerable public opposition due to concerns over environmental impact, energy consumption, and noise. The new ordinance specifically prohibits the use of groundwater or drinking water for data center cooling.

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Google

6/3/2026

News ClipArkansas Times·Little Rock, Pulaski County, AR

Pulaski County passes data center moratorium, but detractors say it’s not enough

Pulaski County has enacted a year-long moratorium on data center development, but controversially exempted a project by AVAIO Digital. This decision has sparked significant opposition from community groups and local political figures, who criticize the special exemption and hint at potential legal challenges. Meanwhile, the county's planning department is developing new land-use regulations for future data center projects.

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Google

5/27/2026

News ClipKATV·Little Rock, Pulaski County, AR

Entergy, CAW, local officials answer concerns surrounding Little Rock data centers

Two large data centers by Google and AVAIO Digital are being developed in the Little Rock metro area, prompting local officials and utilities to address community concerns. Officials clarified that the projects would not lead to increased utility rates for residents and that the companies would cover infrastructure costs. The data centers are also expected to generate significant tax revenue for the city and county.

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Google

5/12/2026