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Data Center Signal is tracking 5 clips about Critical Data House data center developments across 1 states, including ND.

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Williston residents discuss data center benefits, risks at public forum
News ClipWilliston Herald·Williston, Williams County, ND

Williston residents discuss data center benefits, risks at public forum

More than 80 people attended a Williston forum examining the potential benefits and risks of data centers, including their water use, electricity demand, noise and local economic effects. Speakers discussed the delayed Critical Data House project, which received approval for its master plan and preliminary subdivision plat but is now expected to begin operations between October 2028 and January 2029.

announcementenvironmentalelectricitywatergovernmentzoningopposition
10/1/2026
Critical Data House provides update on Project Fighting Pike progress
News ClipWilliston Herald·Williston, Williams County, ND

Critical Data House provides update on Project Fighting Pike progress

Critical Data House has provided an update on its $10 billion Project Fighting Pike data center in Williston, North Dakota. The project faces significant delays due to unexpected international legal hurdles in securing the property title, pushing the operational date to late 2028 or early 2029. Despite the delays, the project, which has already received zoning approval, is ready to commence construction once legal clearance is obtained.

legalzoningoppositionannouncement
9/18/2026
Where North Dakota’s data centers stand: 26 facilities tracked statewide
News ClipValley News Live·Morton County, ND

Where North Dakota’s data centers stand: 26 facilities tracked statewide

Morton County's Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended approval of a revised data center ordinance, which now moves to the County Commission for a final vote on September 10. The county's existing data center moratorium remains in place, while North Dakota as a whole continues to see significant data center development with 26 tracked facilities across the state.

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Applied Digital
8/27/2026
Williston protesters demand more transparency, regulation surrounding data centers
News ClipWilliston Herald·Williston, Williams County, ND

Williston protesters demand more transparency, regulation surrounding data centers

Williston residents protested against a planned $10 billion Critical Data House, demanding more regulation and transparency regarding its environmental, noise, water, and electricity impacts. Concerns stem from a previous noise settlement involving Atlas Power Data Center and the Williston City Commission's approval of the Critical Data House master plan. Protesters are also worried about potential rising electricity costs and property value depreciation.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentelectricitywater
5/22/2026
U.S. data center boom comes to ND
News Clipminotdailynews.com·Oliver County, ND

U.S. data center boom comes to ND

Applied Digital's EVP, Nick Phillips, discussed the data center boom in North Dakota, where the company has several existing and proposed facilities. While Applied Digital faces opposition in Oliver County and a lawsuit over noise in Williston, Phillips highlighted economic benefits and the company's commitment to responsible development. Other companies are also proposing projects in the state, driven by abundant energy and favorable climate.

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Applied Digital
5/7/2026