Data Center Signal is tracking 31 clips about NTT data center developments across 5 states, including TX, AZ, CA, OR, VA.
ABC15 examines NTT's large data center campus in Mesa amid community concerns about tax incentives, resource demands and the broader effects of continued data center growth. NTT argues that halting development could disrupt Arizona's expanding data center ecosystem and says tax incentives influence investment decisions.
Arizona has 182 data centers, with 53 more planned and 16 under construction. The largest upcoming campuses are in Buckeye and could each require more than a gigawatt of power, raising questions about whether the economic benefits outweigh the strain on the state's electricity supply.
Arizona has 182 data centers, including 107 under construction and 53 planned, with development concentrated around the Phoenix metro area. The projects are expected to add substantial economic activity and jobs but could require more power than Arizona currently uses, raising concerns about grid capacity.
ABC15 Arizona toured NTT's developing data center campus in Mesa, which is planned to include seven facilities and eventually exceed 200 megawatts of power capacity. NTT says its closed-loop cooling system reduces ongoing water consumption, while the campus's growth raises broader questions about Arizona's electricity and water resources.
ABC15 tours NTT’s data center campus in Mesa, Arizona, highlighting its water-efficient cooling systems and substantial power needs. NTT says the campus will eventually exceed 200 megawatts and that construction is expected to continue for two more years as the company builds seven data centers.
The Dallas Morning News examines how rapidly growing AI workloads are driving unprecedented demand for data centers and electricity in Texas. The article highlights major projects across the state and warns that data center interconnection requests could strain the grid, raise costs and require significant new generation capacity.
This video investigates common concerns about data centers, including their impact on electricity, water usage, and noise levels. An NBC10 investigative reporter visited a data center in Loudoun County, Virginia, to provide a factual look at these facilities. The report discusses how data centers, like one operated by NTT, consume significant power, utilize closed-loop water cooling systems, and generate noise comparable to everyday conversation.
The city of Dallas is considering updating its zoning rules for data centers due to increasing community concerns about their impacts, such as noise and high electricity demand. The article suggests that the state of Texas should provide broader guidance to avoid a fragmented regulatory landscape and balance industry growth with resident concerns.
Texas is reevaluating its stance on data center development, moving away from its previous welcoming approach due to increasing resident complaints about noise, particularly in rural areas. An editorial from The Dallas Morning News calls for the state to create a comprehensive plan to manage data center growth and address associated issues.
Garland, Texas, has been home to major data center operations for years, including facilities from Stream Data Centers, NTT Global Data Centers, Digital Realty, and an upcoming development by Prime Data Centers. The article discusses the economic benefits these centers bring, such as private investment and tax contributions, alongside community concerns regarding electricity and water usage. It emphasizes Garland's unique position to engage in dialogue with data center companies due to its long-standing experience with the industry.
Community activists in Mesa, Arizona, are vocally opposing plans for a 173-acre data center to be operated by Japanese tech firm NTT. Residents express concerns about water usage, environmental impact, and a lack of transparency from Mesa city leaders, who they feel are not adequately addressing their issues. The opposition intensified during a recent city council meeting, leading to an arrest and changes in meeting rules.
An opinion piece argues that Texas's rising energy costs are partly driven by data center expansion. A consumer advocate proposes reforms including ending taxpayer subsidies for data centers and banning them if they significantly increase energy and water costs for Texans. Other suggestions include expanding conservation and imposing a windfall profits tax on oil and gas producers.
The Sacramento region is unlikely to become a hyperscale data center hub, despite increasing interest from tech companies. Local leaders and environmental groups express concerns about energy and water use, while cities like Rancho Cordova see opportunities for smaller, "enterprise" scale data centers. SMUD is currently reviewing four potential data center projects, including one over 50 megawatts.
Readers of the Dallas Morning News are expressing significant opposition to data center development in Texas, citing concerns over the high cost of proposed massive transmission lines by ERCOT and the Public Utility Commission. They question the economic benefits and highlight the potential destruction of natural areas like state parks for data center infrastructure.
Local politicians and Oregon's largest teachers' union have filed a lawsuit against Hillsboro and Washington County, alleging the municipalities improperly approved numerous data center property tax easements. The plaintiffs claim these approvals were rushed and unjust, occurring just before a statewide moratorium on such tax incentives took effect, and seek to block the agreements.
A new report from the United Nations University Institute warns about the environmental impact of data centers, particularly regarding energy, water, and land use. The findings are highly relevant to the Dallas area, which is a major data center market with over 230 facilities. Experts emphasize the need for local governments to utilize zoning and planning tools to mitigate these impacts.
This opinion piece in the Houston Chronicle argues that data centers in Texas should pay all their costs, including higher rates for water and power, without receiving tax breaks. It also delves into the debate around a proposed statewide moratorium on AI data centers, presenting arguments both for and against such a pause, citing environmental concerns and economic development.
Mesa residents are actively opposing a proposed 2.2-million-square-foot data center by NTT Data Group Corp due to concerns about water depletion and strain on the energy grid in the drought-stricken Arizona desert. The project's rezoning request, recommended by the Planning Commission, awaits a decision from the Mesa City Council, while activists organize a town hall to further rally against it.
Texas is facing an unprecedented surge in proposed large data centers, with over 480 projects seeking to connect to the ERCOT grid by 2032, demanding nearly five times the state's record power demand. This boom is creating significant concerns about grid capacity, rising electricity costs, and water resources, leading to calls for new regulations and potential moratoriums. While many proposals are speculative, the situation necessitates substantial grid expansion and policy adjustments across the state.
The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board has recommended approval for NTT Global Data Center's proposed 2.3-million-square-foot data center campus in southeast Mesa. The project, which includes seven buildings, advanced despite community concerns about noise and board questions regarding landscaping and water-intensive plant species. The proposal now moves to the Mesa City Council for final review and a vote in July.