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Data Center Signal is tracking 3 clips about DTE Energy Co. data center developments across 1 states, including MI.

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News ClipThe Detroit News·MI

Michigan Senate Democrats propose data center restrictions

Michigan Senate Democrats have proposed a comprehensive package of eight bills aimed at regulating data center developments statewide, addressing concerns about environmental impact and resident costs. The legislation seeks to cap water usage, prevent electricity rate increases for other customers, and mandate community benefits agreements. This move follows public opposition to a large data center project in Saline Township involving Oracle and OpenAI.

government water electricity moratorium opposition environmental

Oracle OpenAI

6/22/2026

News ClipThe Detroit News·Saline Township, Washtenaw County, MI

Oracle CEO claims viral Whitmer video 'manipulated.' Videographer denies it

A dispute has erupted over a viral video of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer at a Saline Township data center groundbreaking, with Oracle's CEO claiming the audio was manipulated. The videographer denies this, stating the governor made a comment about doing things "anyways" despite opposition. This incident highlights public frustration regarding data center developments in Michigan.

government opposition electricity

Oracle OpenAI

6/15/2026

News ClipBloomberg.com·MI

Google Ties Data Center to 20-Year Power Deal, Solar Investment

Google is moving forward with plans for a major data center in Michigan, backed by a 20-year electricity contract with DTE Energy Co. This agreement requires Google to fund new clean power generation to support the facility's anticipated one-gigawatt power consumption.

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Google

3/18/2026