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Data Center Signal is tracking 12 clips about Global AI data center developments across 2 states, including CO, NY.

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electricity83%

water75%

zoning75%

government67%

environmental50%

opposition42%

announcement33%

moratorium17%

News ClipBerthoud Weekly Surveyor·Berthoud, Larimer County, CO

Berthoud, Weld and Larimer Counties Address Data Center Development and Regulations

Weld County commissioners added data centers to their land use code following Global AI's land purchase. Berthoud has its own amended Land Use Code for data centers, requiring special use permits in industrial zones, and anticipates major power infrastructure upgrades would be needed. Larimer County has enacted and extended a moratorium on data center applications in unincorporated areas, seeking public feedback due to concerns over scale, electricity, and water use.

zoning electricity water moratorium government

5/20/2026

News ClipKUNC·Windsor, Weld County, CO

Weld County is embracing the AI data center boom despite some residents' environmental concerns

Weld County in Colorado is embracing AI data center development, despite some residents' environmental concerns about water usage and noise. The county recently updated its zoning rules to allow data centers in industrial zones with conditions. Global AI has submitted an application for a data center near Windsor, which is currently under review.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity water

5/12/2026

News ClipFt. Lupton Press·Weld County, CO

Weld County Commission approves new rules for data centers

The Weld County Commission approved new rules for data centers in unincorporated areas, following a public hearing with significant resident opposition. The amendments define data centers and allow them in industrial zones through an administrative process, while removing agricultural zones as an option. Concerns about noise, water usage, and electricity demands were raised by residents and researchers.

zoning opposition environmental electricity water

4/7/2026

News Cliplongmontleader.com·Weld County, CO

Weld County Approves Data Center Ordinance Allowing Construction in Industrial Zones

Weld County Commissioners approved a data center ordinance, allowing them in industrial zones but prohibiting them in agricultural areas. The decision followed significant public opposition over water usage, electricity needs, and noise. The ordinance includes guardrails for water compliance, electricity provision, and noise limits.

zoning opposition environmental electricity water government

4/7/2026

News Clip0:409NEWS·Weld County, CO

Weld County approves new data center regulations

Weld County Commissioners approved new regulations for data centers, banning them from agricultural zones and restricting them to industrial areas. The new guidelines also mandate compliance with state water usage rules, utility provider approval, and specific noise regulations, following concerns from residents.

zoning environmental electricity water government

4/7/2026

News ClipThe Rocky Mountain Collegian·Weld County, CO

Plans for new AI data center in Weld County confirmed

Global AI has confirmed plans to build a large-scale artificial intelligence data center on 438 acres near Windsor and Greeley in Weld County, Colorado. While local officials acknowledge early discussions, no formal proposal has been submitted yet. The project faces concerns from environmental advocates regarding water availability, electricity use, and potential impacts on the region's resources.

announcement zoning opposition environmental electricity water government

3/26/2026

News ClipKUSA.com·Weld County, CO

Weld County considers zoning changes for data centers

Weld County, Colorado, is scheduled for a final vote on April 6 regarding zoning changes that would allow data centers in industrial areas of unincorporated Weld County. This proposal follows a significant land purchase by Global AI, and community members have voiced concerns about potential environmental impacts, urging a pause in the process.

zoning opposition environmental water electricity government

3/25/2026

News ClipThe Denver Post·Weld County, CO

Seeing ‘economic opportunity’ in data centers, Weld County readies rules as companies come knocking

Weld County, Colorado, is updating its land-use code to regulate future data center developments due to growing interest from companies and concerns about power and water consumption. The new rules will require proof of adequate utility supplies and are set for a final vote in April. This action aligns with broader state and regional efforts to address data center expansion and its impacts.

zoning electricity water government moratorium

3/24/2026

News Clipftluptonpress.com·Greeley, Weld County, CO

Weld slates two meetings to review Data Center plan

Weld County is considering a new ordinance to define and regulate data centers in unincorporated areas. Two public information sessions and a commissioners' meeting are scheduled to gather input before a decision is made regarding a specific proposal by Global AI to build a data center on a 438-acre site.

zoning government electricity water

3/17/2026

News ClipWNBF·Endicott, Broome County, NY

New Endicott Power Facility to Serve Data Center

Bloom Energy is constructing a new 9.36 megawatt modular natural gas fuel cell system near a NYSEG substation in Endicott, New York to provide more power to the Huron Campus and a Global AI data center located there. The facility is expected to be completed by the end of March 2026.

electricity announcement

3/13/2026

News Clip0:439NEWS·Weld County, CO

Developer confirms plans for AI data center in Weld County

A developer, Martin Lind, has confirmed that Global AI has purchased about 500 acres of land in unincorporated Weld County, Colorado to build a new AI data center.

announcement

1/29/2026

News Clip1:349NEWS·Weld County, CO

Plans in place for AI data center in Weld County

Plans are moving forward for a large artificial intelligence data center in Weld County, Colorado. Global AI has purchased about 500 acres of land in the area that was previously used by Carestream Health and Kodak. The site already has industrial infrastructure in place, which the developer says will help with development.

announcement

1/26/2026