Chestnut River Power and Infrastructure

Proposed data center sparks controversy in Holyoke

A new 20-megawatt data center proposal in Holyoke, Massachusetts, is facing pushback from residents concerned about environmental impact, noise, and strain on local resources like water and electricity. The project, proposed by Chestnut River Power and Infrastructure, would be located at the former Hampden Paper Complex and is projected to cost $200 million. Holyoke city officials, including a City Councilor and Mayor, acknowledge resident concerns while considering the project's potential benefits.