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Ready or Not, A Data Center Boom is Coming to the Pittsburgh Region

The Pittsburgh region is anticipating a data center boom, with multiple large-scale AI campuses proposed across Southwestern Pennsylvania. While promising investment, these developments are fueling fears among residents and environmental groups regarding energy consumption, noise, water usage, and a lack of transparency. Local townships are developing or have already passed ordinances to regulate data centers, and state officials are working on related legislation.