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News ClipKVOE·Emporia, Lyon County, KS

DATA CENTER: Digital Campus, city officials continue answering pointed questions nearly week after announcement

Kanza Park Place announced plans for a gigawatt-scale data center, the Flint Hills Digital Campus, in Emporia, Kansas. The project, projected to be a 10-year build-out on 1,000 acres, faces numerous questions from the public and city officials regarding its environmental impact, electricity and water usage, and potential economic benefits. Public opinion has been largely critical, prompting city officials and the Regional Development Association to address community concerns.

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6/7/2026
‘They’re already here': Regulating data centers stalls in Missouri
News ClipColumbia Missourian·Jefferson City, Cole County, MO

‘They’re already here': Regulating data centers stalls in Missouri$

Missouri's efforts to regulate hyperscale data centers, particularly their energy consumption, are lagging behind their rapid expansion. Senate Bill 4, enacted last year, aims to make large energy users pay for their own infrastructure costs, but critics argue it has loopholes and could lead to increased reliance on natural gas and costs passed to consumers. Local communities are resorting to moratoriums in the absence of comprehensive state-level regulation.

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6/5/2026
Data centers in Shawnee County? Here’s what we know
News Clip0:21KSNT News·Topeka, Shawnee County, KS

Data centers in Shawnee County? Here’s what we know

Data centers are expanding nationally, but there are currently no plans or discussions for data center development in Shawnee County, Kansas. While utility company Evergy has reported interest from companies looking to build in its service area, no projects have moved forward in Shawnee County at this time.

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6/4/2026
News ClipThe Topeka Capital-Journal·Topeka, Shawnee County, KS

Evergy explores bringing a data center to Topeka

Evergy, a utility company, is reportedly exploring the possibility of bringing a new data center development to Topeka, Kansas. This initiative suggests a potential expansion of data center infrastructure in the region, with Evergy playing a key role in its establishment.

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6/3/2026
Plans announced for Flint Hills Digital Campus ‘gigawatt-scale’ data center in west Emporia
News ClipKVOE·Emporia, Lyon County, KS

Plans announced for Flint Hills Digital Campus ‘gigawatt-scale’ data center in west Emporia

Emporia city leaders have announced plans for the Flint Hills Digital Campus, a gigawatt-scale data center project led by Kanza Park Place LLC, set for Industrial Park IV. The project is currently in the initial phase of study and zoning considerations, with significant potential economic impacts for the city. Discussions are underway regarding infrastructure, including water rights and a high water usage policy, and the Emporia Planning Commission is considering a new Digital Infrastructure Overlay.

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6/2/2026
City of Osawatomie, developer announce plan to move forward with data center
News ClipKMBC·Osawatomie, Miami County, KS

City of Osawatomie, developer announce plan to move forward with data center

The City of Osawatomie, Kansas, and Alcove Development announced plans to proceed with "Project Catalyst," a multi-phase, 500+ MW data center campus, despite significant community opposition. Developers highlight economic benefits and an air-cooled design to minimize water use, while residents express environmental concerns and have filed petitions and called for a moratorium. The project is expected to undergo a special use permit process.

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5/29/2026
Residents Wrangle Over Transmission Line Proposal for Rural Virginia
News ClipInside Climate News·Goochland County, VA

Residents Wrangle Over Transmission Line Proposal for Rural Virginia

A major 765-kilovolt transmission line project, Valley Link, proposed by Dominion Energy and its partners to serve data centers in Northern Virginia, is facing intense opposition from residents and advocacy groups in rural Virginia counties like Goochland. Residents have filed a lawsuit challenging Goochland County's recently approved technology overlay district, citing inconsistencies in zoning. Concerns include disruption of rural character, environmental impacts, and grid reliability.

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5/26/2026
Electricity rates, utility discussed over proposed data center in Pottawatomie County
News ClipKSNT 27 News·Wamego, Pottawatomie County, KS

Electricity rates, utility discussed over proposed data center in Pottawatomie County

A proposed data center by Beltline Energy in Pottawatomie County, Kansas, is facing scrutiny from local officials and residents. A recent meeting addressed concerns about the project's impact on electricity rates, water usage, and noise pollution, with utility Evergy providing information and landowners expressing significant worries.

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5/21/2026
Gardner neighbors gather to voice opposition of a 300-acre, hyperscale data center
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Gardner, Johnson County, KS

Gardner neighbors gather to voice opposition of a 300-acre, hyperscale data center

Neighbors in Gardner, Kansas, are actively opposing a proposed 300-acre hyperscale data center development by Beale Infrastructure in Johnson County. Residents voiced concerns over noise, light pollution, property values, and the industrial nature of the project. The City of Gardner is currently reviewing the application and holding public information sessions.

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4/30/2026
Lawrence could be a landing spot for data centers as city code already allows them
News ClipLawrence Journal-World·Lawrence, Douglas County, KS

Lawrence could be a landing spot for data centers as city code already allows them

Lawrence, Kansas, currently allows data centers in industrial zoning districts by right, with special use permits for other zones, but lacks specific regulatory standards for these facilities. This contrasts with neighboring Douglas County's ongoing consideration of data center regulations. While no formal applications have been submitted, the city is evaluating its policies given potential economic benefits and concerns about land, energy, and water usage.

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4/27/2026
Data centers' energy demand drives grid construction in Central Virginia
News ClipWVTF·Scottsville, Fluvanna County, VA

Data centers' energy demand drives grid construction in Central Virginia

Rapidly increasing electricity demand, primarily driven by Northern Virginia data centers, is spurring major grid expansion projects across Central Virginia. This includes a new 115-mile transmission line and a second natural gas power plant in Fluvanna County, proposed by Tenaska. Local residents and environmentalists are pushing back against these infrastructure developments due to concerns about land conversion, pollution, and health impacts.

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4/21/2026
What's the impact of having 10 hyperscale data centers in the KC metro? Experts weigh in
News ClipKSHB 41 Kansas City·Kansas City, Jackson County, MO

What's the impact of having 10 hyperscale data centers in the KC metro? Experts weigh in

The Kansas City metro area has received at least 10 proposals for hyperscale data centers, with some already operational. Experts warn that this proliferation could significantly strain the region's electric and water infrastructure and lead to environmental costs. Utility companies are implementing new rate structures to fund capacity upgrades, ensuring existing customers aren't directly impacted by increased costs.

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3/26/2026
News ClipNortheast News KC·Independence, Jackson County, MO

AI Data Center Sparks Concern Among KC Metro Residents

Residents in Independence, Missouri, have launched significant opposition to a proposed 2.5-million-square-foot AI data center by Nebius Group. Concerns span environmental impact, electricity and water usage, and potential noise and light pollution. A lawsuit has been filed against the city after it denied a petition for a referendum on the project, which received substantial tax breaks.

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3/25/2026