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Data Center Signal is tracking 69 clips about Cloverleaf Infrastructure data center developments across 5 states, including WI, AL, KS, OK, IL.

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News Clip3:00Wisconsin Watch·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Port Washington resident speaks out after selling home to data center project

Curtiss Smith, a Port Washington resident, sold his four-acre property to Cloverleaf Infrastructure in 2024, believing it would be used for a microchip factory. He later discovered the land was for a hyperscale AI data center, subsequently acquired by Vantage Data Centers. The project, which will house infrastructure for OpenAI and Oracle, is now under construction.

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Vantage OpenAI Oracle

7/21/2026

News ClipUrban Milwaukee·WI

Francesca Hong’s Policy on Data Centers Is Unique

Wisconsin State Rep. Francesca Hong is the only gubernatorial candidate proposing a one-year statewide moratorium on new AI data center construction to allow for the creation of regulations. She advocates for safeguards against utility cost increases, environmental protections, and union labor requirements. While business groups oppose this as a threat to economic growth, public polling shows strong voter skepticism towards data center expansion in Wisconsin.

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7/20/2026

News ClipWPR·WI

What would Francesca Hong’s proposed data center moratorium mean for Wisconsin?

State Rep. Francesca Hong is advocating for a one-year statewide moratorium on new AI data center construction in Wisconsin to allow time for regulations covering utility costs, environmental safeguards, and labor standards. While business groups oppose it as a threat to economic growth and local control, public opinion polling indicates strong voter skepticism toward data center expansion in the state. Hong's proposal would not impact projects already under construction but aims to prevent unchecked future development.

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7/20/2026

News ClipLowndes Signal·Burkville, Lowndes County, AL

Lowndes County Residents Oppose Burkville Data Center, Seek Transparency From Officials$

Lowndes County residents are actively opposing a proposed data center in Burkville, expressing fears about its impact on the community. They feel their concerns are not being heard by the Lowndes County Commission and are demanding transparency on the project's status. The Commission recently took steps to limit public speaking time at meetings, further frustrating residents.

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7/15/2026

News ClipOklahoma City Free Press·Piedmont, Kingfisher County, OK

Data center plans converge on single OKC metro power corridor

Two data center developers, Cloverleaf Infrastructure and Beltline Energy, are proposing large-scale data centers in the Oklahoma City metro area, particularly near the Mathewson Substation in Kingfisher County, due to its strong power grid connections. These developments have sparked local opposition over environmental and infrastructure concerns, and led to temporary moratoriums in some cities. The Oklahoma Legislature has also passed bills to protect ratepayers from bearing the costs of electrical infrastructure for large-load users.

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6/29/2026

News ClipOklahoma Watch·Piedmont, Kingfisher County, OK

Oklahoma transmission line draws AI data center developers, prompts opposition and new laws

A new $72 million transmission line project in Oklahoma has transformed an area near Piedmont in Kingfisher County into a prime location for AI data center development, attracting companies like Cloverleaf Infrastructure and Beltline Energy. This has led to significant community opposition over transparency and energy demands, prompting several cities to enact moratoriums on data center applications and the Oklahoma Legislature to pass a new ratepayer protection law. The data centers are poised to strain the state's electrical grid, which is already projected to see demand nearly double due to AI and electrification.

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6/29/2026

News ClipThe Oklahoman·Piedmont, Kingfisher County, OK

Space meant to relieve power congestion is attracting data center developers

Data center developers are targeting a key electrical substation near Piedmont in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma, due to its robust power grid connection, driven by the high electricity demands of AI. This has sparked local opposition in several communities and led to temporary development moratoriums in Oklahoma City and Edmond. State lawmakers have also passed legislation to ensure data center developers cover their infrastructure costs.

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6/27/2026

News ClipPublic Radio Tulsa·Piedmont, Kingfisher County, OK

A transmission line built to fix grid congestion has become Oklahoma’s hottest data center address

Data center developers are flocking to northwest Oklahoma City, specifically near the Mathewson Substation in Kingfisher County, due to a new $72 million transmission project that provides robust electrical grid access. This surge in interest from companies like Cloverleaf Infrastructure and Beltline Energy has prompted local opposition over community impacts and led to new state legislation to protect ratepayers and local moratoriums on new data center applications.

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6/26/2026

News ClipOklahoma Watch·Piedmont, Kingfisher County, OK

A Transmission Line Built to Fix Grid Congestion Has Become Oklahoma's Hottest Data Center Address

A new $72 million transmission line project connecting two substations northwest of Oklahoma City has made the surrounding area a prime location for AI data center development. This has attracted companies like Cloverleaf Infrastructure and Beltline Energy to propose large-scale projects, while also sparking community pushback in the region, particularly near Piedmont in Kingfisher County.

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6/26/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·Tonganoxie, Leavenworth County, KS

Proposed Data Center in Leavenworth County, Kansas, Faces Opposition Over Environmental Concerns

An opinion piece from a Leavenworth County resident expresses strong opposition to Cloverleaf Infrastructure's proposed 'Project Bluestem' data center, citing significant environmental concerns. The project, planned for 1,000 acres south of Tonganoxie, is criticized for its potential negative impact on native wildlife, including bees and butterflies, due to noise and light pollution, and its effect on the prairie ecosystem. The author urges Leavenworth County officials to reject the proposal.

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6/25/2026

News ClipOzaukee Press·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Oracle Files Lawsuit in Wisconsin Over Data Center Electricity Rates

Oracle America Cloud Services has filed a lawsuit in Ozaukee County Circuit Court, challenging the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin's approval of a special electric rate for very large customers, including data centers. The company argues that the new financial security requirements associated with these tariffs will impose significant costs, potentially exceeding $100 million annually, and may deter future data center investments in Wisconsin. Oracle is seeking judicial review to nullify the PSC's modifications and reinstate Wisconsin Electric's original rate proposal.

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Oracle OpenAI Vantage

6/24/2026

News ClipWPR·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Oracle sues Wisconsin utility regulators over financial requirements for data centers

Oracle has filed a lawsuit against the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) challenging new financial requirements for data centers, arguing they will deter investment. This legal action comes as Oracle develops a $15 billion data center campus in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Other companies and a utility are also asking the PSC to reconsider these financial stipulations.

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Oracle

6/24/2026

News Cliptonganoxiemirror.com·Tonganoxie, Allen County, KS

Data center discussed at Tonganoxie City Council meeting

Residents expressed ongoing health and environmental concerns regarding Project Bluestem, a proposed mega data center by Cloverleaf Infrastructure south of Tonganoxie. The developer held an open house to address these concerns and highlight the project's economic benefits and updated mitigation practices.

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6/18/2026

News ClipWPR·Superior, Douglas County, WI

Superior joins growing number of Wisconsin communities to pass data center moratorium

The Superior City Council in Wisconsin unanimously enacted a one-year moratorium on data centers, citing concerns about being blindsided and lacking adequate zoning definitions. This action follows similar moratoriums in other Wisconsin communities, reflecting growing statewide opposition to data centers over energy and water use. The moratorium allows time for the city's planning commission to develop new zoning and infrastructure regulations.

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Google

6/17/2026

News Clip9:47Wisconsin Public Radio·WI

Wisconsin utility, data center developers seek to loosen state financial regulations

We Energies, Vantage Data Centers, and Cloverleaf Infrastructure are asking Wisconsin state regulators to ease financial rules for data center projects. They seek to amend a recent Public Service Commission decision regarding financial backing required from large energy users, aiming to lower collateral for operators with lower credit ratings. The Sierra Club's Wisconsin chapter has expressed concern, arguing that tech companies should face the same credit checks as ordinary citizens.

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6/15/2026

News ClipUrban Milwaukee·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

We Energies, Oracle Want Looser Financial Protections for Data Centers$

We Energies, Oracle, Vantage Data Centers, and Cloverleaf Infrastructure have petitioned the Wisconsin Public Service Commission to relax financial protection requirements for data center projects. They argue that the current rules, designed to protect ratepayers, add significant costs and deter investment, particularly for Oracle's $15 billion Lighthouse data center campus in Port Washington. Environmental and ratepayer groups oppose the requested changes, warning they could shift financial risks to consumers.

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Oracle

6/13/2026

News ClipWPR·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

We Energies, Oracle ask state regulators to loosen financial protections for data centers

We Energies, Oracle, Vantage Data Centers, and Cloverleaf Infrastructure have petitioned the Wisconsin Public Service Commission to loosen financial protections for data centers within a new special rate structure. They argue that current requirements, especially a potential $7 billion collateral for Oracle's Port Washington campus, could deter investment in Wisconsin. This move has drawn criticism from environmental groups and ratepayer advocates who fear it could shift financial risks onto families and small businesses.

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Oracle

6/12/2026

News ClipInside Climate News·Hayneville, Lowndes County, AL

Cloverleaf Infrastructure Data Center Project Faces Community Pushback in Lowndes County, Alabama

Cloverleaf Infrastructure's proposed hyperscale data center, Project Red Clay, in Lowndes County, Alabama, faces strong community opposition. Residents are concerned about its environmental and economic impacts, including high demands for electricity and water in an impoverished area. Opponents also argue the project would desecrate land significant to the civil rights movement.

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6/11/2026

News ClipLowndes Signal·Burkville, Lowndes County, AL

Commission hears more data center opposition$

Lowndes County residents packed a commission meeting to oppose a proposed data center in Burkville, citing concerns about transparency, water impacts, and the project's long-term effects on their community. They pressed the Lowndes County Commission for more information, but commissioners emphasized their due diligence process.

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6/9/2026

News ClipWLUK·Manitowoc County, WI

Why Wisconsin state law can complicate data center moratoriums for county governments

Manitowoc County in Wisconsin enacted a data center moratorium in April, navigating state laws that generally prohibit development moratoriums for counties. This action was taken amidst calls from residents in Northeast Wisconsin to slow down data center development. The Wisconsin Legislature is expected to revisit state-level regulations and tax incentives for data centers in its next session.

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6/9/2026