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Fisk University data center plan sparks debate in Nashville
News ClipNashville Banner·Nashville, Davidson County, TN

Fisk University data center plan sparks debate in Nashville

Fisk University's plan to build a 30-megawatt data center on its North Nashville campus is facing significant community opposition from residents and alumni concerned about environmental impacts, utility strain, and a lack of transparency. In response to growing data center development, a Metro Councilmember has introduced a zoning bill to regulate such facilities in Nashville. The university is proceeding with plans, aiming to secure power access.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalelectricitywatergovernment
Equinix
6/2/2026
Energy challenges and solutions are focus at annual forum
News ClipLoudoun Times-Mirror·Loudoun County, VA

Energy challenges and solutions are focus at annual forum$

An annual energy and environment forum in Loudoun County focused on rising energy demand, a significant issue statewide and regionally. Representatives from data center companies, utility providers, environmental groups, and government entities participated in discussions. The event highlighted the ongoing conversation around energy challenges and solutions in the area.

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Equinix
5/31/2026
Illinois data center boom sparks local backlash and policy discussions
News ClipShaw Local·Joliet, Will County, IL

Illinois data center boom sparks local backlash and policy discussions

Communities across northern Illinois, including Joliet and Yorkville, are debating proposed multi-billion dollar data center projects. While offering significant tax revenue, these projects face strong resident opposition due to concerns over water use, energy demand, and rapid growth. Lockport has indefinitely postponed data center proposals following resident pushback, while Joliet and Yorkville approved projects despite similar opposition.

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EquinixMeta
5/30/2026
Owner of sole Iowa nuclear plant to become world's largest utility
News ClipThe Des Moines Register·Cedar Rapids, Linn County, IA

Owner of sole Iowa nuclear plant to become world's largest utility

NextEra Energy will acquire Dominion Energy in a $66.8 billion deal, creating the world's largest regulated electric utility. The acquisition is primarily driven by surging electricity demand from data centers, with NextEra planning to reopen Iowa's Duane Arnold nuclear plant to meet this demand, partly in cooperation with Google. The transaction is subject to multiple regulatory approvals.

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GoogleAmazonMicrosoftMetaEquinixCoreWeaveCyrusOne
5/18/2026
NextEra Energy strikes $66.8 billion deal for Dominion in bets on AI power demand
News ClipBrazil Energy Insight·VA

NextEra Energy strikes $66.8 billion deal for Dominion in bets on AI power demand

NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy announced a $66.8 billion merger, forming one of the world's largest electric utilities. This consolidation aims to accelerate power infrastructure development to meet the surging electricity demand from AI-driven data centers, particularly in key regions like Northern Virginia. The deal is contingent on various regulatory approvals.

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GoogleAmazonMicrosoftMetaEquinixCoreWeaveCyrusOne
5/18/2026
NextEra bets $66.8B on AI power boom with Dominion Energy acquisition
News ClipFox Business·VA

NextEra bets $66.8B on AI power boom with Dominion Energy acquisition

NextEra Energy announced a $66.8 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy, a strategic move to address the anticipated surge in electricity demand from the AI boom and data centers, especially in Northern Virginia's "Data Center Alley." The deal, which aims to create the world's largest regulated utility, is subject to approval from federal and state regulators.

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AmazonMicrosoftGoogleMetaEquinixCoreWeave
5/18/2026
Sunnyvale data center lands buyer from New York
News ClipSiliconValley.com·Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, CA

Sunnyvale data center lands buyer from New York

A data center building in Sunnyvale, California, has been purchased by Brookfield Properties for $90.3 million from DivcoWest. Equinix is the current tenant of the facility. The acquisition underscores the growing demand for data centers driven by AI, which is also prompting PG&E to upgrade its electrical system.

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Equinix
5/14/2026
Seattle officials propose year-long ban on data centers
News Clipseattlered.com·Seattle, King County, WA

Seattle officials propose year-long ban on data centers

Seattle city leaders are proposing a year-long moratorium on new data centers due to community pushback and concerns over environmental, utility, and infrastructure impacts. Two developers have already withdrawn their plans amid public alarm regarding increased electricity costs and potential pollution. The city will use this period to study long-term policies, including higher utility rates for large-load customers like data centers.

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Equinix
5/4/2026
Seattle considers ban on new data centers after reported expansion interest
News ClipKING5.com·Seattle, King County, WA

Seattle considers ban on new data centers after reported expansion interest

Seattle officials are considering a one-year moratorium on new data centers following reports of potential expansion interest from several companies. The proposal includes a resolution for impact studies on city infrastructure, water usage, utility rates, and land use. Public alarm and thousands of emails from residents prompted the council's action.

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Equinix
5/1/2026
News ClipSeattle DJC.com·Seattle, King County, WA

$220M data-center plan emerges in Duwamish area

A $220 million, four-story data center project has been proposed for Seattle's Duwamish area by civil engineer PacLand for an unnamed client. This proposal emerges as Mayor Katie Wilson and city officials consider a moratorium on new in-city data centers, citing concerns about rising residential electricity rates. The early filing of this plan might be a strategy to pre-empt or legally challenge any upcoming moratorium.

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Equinix
4/29/2026
New Seattle data centers could spike electric rates
News ClipThe Center Square·Seattle, King County, WA

New Seattle data centers could spike electric rates

Four companies are considering building data centers in Seattle, raising concerns from Mayor Katie Wilson and Seattle City Light about potential electricity rate increases for residents. The city is exploring various policy approaches, including a moratorium on new data centers, to manage the significant power demands these projects would create.

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Equinix
4/22/2026
Seattle's Mayor Wants a Moratorium (Ban) on New Data Centers Inside City Limits
News ClipNews Talk KIT·Seattle, King County, WA

Seattle's Mayor Wants a Moratorium (Ban) on New Data Centers Inside City Limits

Seattle's Mayor Katie Wilson is proposing a moratorium on new data centers within city limits, citing concerns about environmental justice, economic resilience, and increased costs for Seattle ratepayers. This move comes after Seattle Power and Light was approached by several companies interested in building large data centers that would significantly increase energy consumption. Three companies, Prologis, Equinix, and Sabey, are reportedly still considering projects despite the pushback.

moratoriumenvironmentalelectricitygovernmentopposition
Equinix
4/20/2026
Despite Huge Economic Boost, Seattle Mayor Wants Moratorium on Data Centers in City
News ClipNEWStalk 870·Seattle, King County, WA

Despite Huge Economic Boost, Seattle Mayor Wants Moratorium on Data Centers in City

Seattle's Mayor Katie Wilson is proposing a moratorium on new data centers due to concerns about environmental justice and potential impacts on energy costs for residents. This comes after Seattle Power and Light was approached by four companies for new projects, though one has since dropped out. The remaining companies considering applications are Prologis, Equinix, and Sabey.

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Equinix
4/20/2026
Seattle AI data center boom could strain power supply, raise rates
News ClipKIRO 7 News Seattle·Seattle, King County, WA

Seattle AI data center boom could strain power supply, raise rates

Three companies are exploring building four large-scale data centers in Seattle, which could significantly strain the city's power supply and potentially raise electricity rates for residents. Seattle City Light is conducting a "cluster study" to assess the infrastructure needs and is working with Mayor Katie Wilson on a large-load policy to address concerns and protect existing ratepayers. The proposed data centers could consume roughly one-third of the city's average daily electricity use.

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Equinix
4/17/2026
Construction of Data Center Campus North of Minooka Will Start in Few Weeks
News ClipWCSJ News·Minooka, Kendall County, IL

Construction of Data Center Campus North of Minooka Will Start in Few Weeks

The Minooka Village Board approved key items for the Equinix Data Center campus, enabling construction to start soon. The village is set to receive over $13 million in reimbursements and fees from Equinix for utility and road infrastructure. The project is planned to unfold over approximately 10 years, starting with AI buildings and a large substation.

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Equinix
3/27/2026