Data Center Signal is tracking 3 clips about Evista data center developments across 1 states, including WA.
Spokane County Commissioners are debating a proposed nine-month moratorium on new data centers due to community and environmental concerns, particularly regarding water usage. As an alternative, a zoning ordinance is also being proposed that would establish rules for data center development. A vote on the matter is expected in the coming weeks.
Spokane County commissioners have proposed a nine-month temporary moratorium on data centers to study their impact. This follows a similar moratorium passed by the City of Spokane and comes after Evista paused negotiations for a large data center project in the county.
Discussions are ongoing regarding a potential large data center in eastern Washington. The project is seen as an economic opportunity for local unionized electrical workers, but concerns about water and electricity rates for homeowners have been raised. Developer Evista is expected to release more details soon, though the exact location remains unconfirmed.