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Data Center Signal is tracking 59 clips about Entergy data center developments across 8 states, including LA, MS, AR, DC, IN.

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News ClipRedHillsMSNews.com·MS

Legislative AI Task Force hears complaints, positive impacts of data centers

A Mississippi legislative AI Task Force held two days of hearings to investigate the concerns and benefits of data centers across the state. Community members and environmental advocates raised issues such as excessive noise, air pollution, water usage, and a lack of public input, while industry representatives and local government officials highlighted economic contributions and infrastructure investments. The task force will now develop recommendations for state lawmakers based on the testimony.

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xAI Amazon Compass Datacenters Meta

7/23/2026

News ClipNOLA.com·Washington, District of Columbia County, DC

Entergy joins Trump pledge to protect customers from AI data centers' power needs

Former President Donald Trump announced a pledge in Washington D.C. aimed at protecting customers from the significant power demands of AI data centers. Utility company Entergy, with its leaders and Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, joined this national initiative.

electricity government

7/23/2026

News Clip3:01WLBT 3 On Your Side·Jackson, Hinds County, MS

Records reveal behind-the-scenes talks to bring data centers to Lake Hico site

Records reveal that Jackson city leaders, led by Mayor John Horn, were conducting behind-the-scenes discussions to attract a $1 billion hyperscale data center to the Lake Hico site. These talks involved utility company Entergy Mississippi and the city attorney's office drafting a data center ordinance, even as some council members considered a freeze on such facilities. Councilwoman Tina Clay has expressed strong opposition, alleging that the city's budget shortfall was exaggerated to pressure for this deal.

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7/20/2026

News Cliptippahnews.com·MS

Mississippi lawmakers examine data centers’ impacts during two-day hearing

Mississippi's Legislative AI Task Force held a two-day hearing to examine the environmental, social, and economic impacts of data centers across the state. Community members raised concerns about noise, air pollution, and water usage from facilities like xAI's, while industry representatives and government officials highlighted economic benefits, grid improvements, and existing regulatory frameworks. The testimonies will inform potential legislation in the 2027 session.

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xAI Amazon Meta Compass Datacenters

7/17/2026

News ClipMagnolia Tribune·MS

Legislative AI Task Force hears complaints, positive impacts of data centers

A Mississippi legislative AI Task Force heard testimony on the impacts of data centers across the state, including community complaints about noise, water usage, and lack of public input regarding an xAI facility. Utility companies and local mayors provided rebuttals, discussing grid infrastructure benefits and local zoning controls, while the MDEQ addressed environmental regulations. The task force is considering recommendations for future state legislation.

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xAI Amazon Compass Datacenters Meta

7/16/2026

News Cliplouisianaradionetwork.com·Richland County, LA

Concerns grow along with size of Meta data center

Concerns are rising in Richland Parish, Louisiana, regarding whether utility ratepayers will bear the costs of electricity for the expanding Meta data center. An advocacy group, Alliance for Affordable Energy, argues that the current contract between Meta and Entergy does not sufficiently cover long-term power generation and transmission costs, potentially burdening residents. State and local officials acknowledge these concerns, emphasizing the Public Service Commission's role in ensuring companies uphold their promises to the state.

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Meta

7/16/2026

News ClipKNOE·Monroe, Richland County, LA

Local leaders and activists react to Meta expansion

Meta is expanding its data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, with Governor Jeff Landry and Entergy confirming Meta will cover electricity costs to prevent rate increases for citizens. However, the Sierra Club raises concerns that similar deals in other states have led to higher utility bills for residents. The expansion promises jobs and growth but faces scrutiny over potential future electricity costs.

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Meta

7/14/2026

News Clip2:49WJTV 12 News·Jackson, Hinds County, MS

Data centers take center stage at Mississippi State Capitol

An AI Task Force convened at the Mississippi State Capitol to discuss the growing presence and impact of data centers on local communities. Discussions included concerns over utility rates and noise pollution, with Amazon and Entergy mentioned in relation to investments and customer rates. The task force heard from elected officials, power companies, and public interest groups, highlighting mixed views on data center development.

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Amazon

7/14/2026

News Clip2:09Louisiana First News·Richland County, LA

Meta expands Louisiana AI data center investment to more than $50 billion

Meta is significantly expanding its Hyperion AI data center development in Richland Parish, Louisiana, raising its total investment in the state to over $50 billion. This expansion is hailed as the largest data center development globally and is expected to create over a thousand permanent jobs. Meta has an agreement with Entergy to cover the costs of new power infrastructure required for the project.

announcement government electricity

Meta

7/13/2026

News Clip96.5 KPEL·Richland County, LA

Meta's Richland Parish Data Center Is Now a $50 Billion Project

Meta is significantly expanding its Hyperion data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, increasing the project's cost to $50 billion and its power demand to 5 gigawatts. This expansion necessitates a major power infrastructure buildout by Entergy and comes with substantial tax breaks and local infrastructure commitments. Consumer advocacy groups have voiced concerns about the potential impact on local power costs, prompting the state to draft new regulatory rules for future data center projects.

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Meta

7/13/2026

News ClipShreveport Times·Richland County, LA

Meta to expand AI data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana

Meta is significantly expanding its AI data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, increasing its investment to over $50 billion and its compute capacity to five gigawatts. The project, already under construction, will be Meta's largest facility, consuming substantial amounts of energy and water. Entergy plans to build seven new natural-gas plants to power the facility.

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Meta

7/13/2026

News ClipWBRZ·Holly Ridge, Richland County, LA

Meta expands plans for Richland Parish data center while investing in the local community

Meta plans to expand its data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, to 5 gigawatts, while also investing significantly in the local community through infrastructure improvements, contracts, and educational donations. Despite these investments and claims of sustainable water use, some residents and independent researchers express concerns about the facility's substantial water and power consumption.

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Meta

7/13/2026

News ClipThe Greenwood Commonwealth·Jackson, Hinds County, MS

Mississippi developer plans to move forward with data center plans, even as state declines to give ruling

The Mississippi Public Service Commission declined to issue an opinion on PraCon Global Investment Group's proposed AI industrial campus and private power plant in the Jackson metro area, citing insufficient information. Despite this, PraCon plans to proceed, facing protests from state power companies over public utility classification. Meanwhile, Jackson's City Council is considering a data center moratorium, and Ridgeland has enacted zoning restrictions.

electricity government legal moratorium opposition zoning environmental

7/10/2026

News ClipThe Richland Beacon News·Richland County, LA

Entergy keeps META data center load forecasts confidential

Entergy Louisiana is keeping confidential the projected electricity demand for Meta's planned data center in Richland Parish, prompting scrutiny of a Louisiana Public Service Commission rule. Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis and advocacy groups argue for greater transparency, especially as regulators evaluate billions in infrastructure costs. Advocacy groups have formally requested the commission to subpoena Meta for detailed project information.

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Meta

7/9/2026

News ClipThe Center Square·Richland County, LA

Entergy keeps Meta data center load forecasts confidential

Entergy Louisiana is keeping power forecasts for Meta's Richland Parish data center confidential, sparking renewed scrutiny of a Louisiana Public Service Commission rule. Critics argue this lack of transparency hinders public understanding of the billions in electric infrastructure costs tied to new data centers. Governor Jeff Landry's executive order and ongoing PSC discussions are also addressing data center regulations and cost allocation.

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Meta

6/30/2026

News ClipThe Center Square·LA

Current data center projects may be exempt from Louisiana rule

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has issued an executive order to develop new taxpayer protections for data centers, aimed at preventing electricity and water infrastructure costs from being shifted to existing customers. However, the largest data center projects already certified for state tax breaks, including those by Meta, Amazon, Applied Digital, and Hut 8, may be exempt from these new rules. The initiative responds to growing concerns about the impact of massive data center electricity demand on Entergy customers.

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Meta Amazon Applied Digital

6/30/2026

News ClipKTVE – myarklamiss.com – Your ArkLaMiss News Source·LA

Gov. Landry to announce new initiative to protect Louisiana ratepayers

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed an executive order, the Louisiana Ratepayer and Community Protection Initiative, to safeguard residents from the costs associated with data center development. The order directs the Louisiana Economic Development to establish clear criteria for power-intensive projects, ensuring natural resource protection and grid resiliency. This action comes amidst concerns about large data center projects, including Meta's deal with Entergy, potentially burdening ratepayers.

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Meta

6/25/2026

News ClipVermont Daily Chronicle·GA

Steidler: Data centers start to drive residential electricity bills down

Several major electric utilities in states including Georgia, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Indiana are reducing residential electricity rates. This is attributed to data center customer agreements that enable investments in new power plants and grid improvements. These actions counter the narrative that data centers solely drive up electricity costs.

electricity government

6/24/2026

News ClipKTALnews.com·LA

Louisiana power grid unprepared for massive AI data centers, expert warns

An expert warns that Louisiana's power grid is unprepared for the massive electricity demands of new AI data centers, including projects from Meta and Hut 8. A new report highlights that these projects could require up to 7.2 gigawatts of electricity and raises concerns about the state's financial capacity and water needs. The report also scrutinizes the role of private investment firms like Blue Owl Capital in these developments.

electricity water government opposition

Meta

6/23/2026

News Clipthe mississippi independent·Clinton, Hinds County, MS

Secrecy prompts speculation about data centers, related infrastructure

The Mississippi Independent reports on widespread secrecy surrounding data center developments in Mississippi, exemplified by an Amazon facility in Clinton, which fuels public speculation and opposition. Residents and environmental activists are concerned about lack of transparency from officials and developers regarding massive electricity and water demands, noise, and pollution. Utility company Entergy is exploring new power sources, including a potential new nuclear reactor at the Grand Gulf plant, to meet these growing energy needs.

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Meta Amazon xAI

6/22/2026