Jailhouse Studios

Local labor unions continue to voice opposition to data centers in Chattanooga

Local labor unions in Chattanooga, organizing as Jobs with Justice East Tennessee, are voicing strong opposition to tax incentives for AI data centers, particularly an Oracle data center within Jailhouse Studios. They argue that over $300 million in state tax incentives will not create widespread jobs, citing recent Oracle layoffs. Residents are also concerned about the impact on local jobs, water resources from the Tennessee River, and electricity.