Data Center Signal is tracking 43 clips about Prometheus Hyperscale data center developments across 2 states, including WY, TX.
Natrona County residents are divided over a proposed 940-acre data center by Prometheus Hyperscale. At a recent Board of Commissioners meeting, developers presented their plans, addressing concerns about water, power, and noise, and requested an industrial park zoning designation. Community members voiced both support and opposition for the project.
Prometheus Hyperscale presented a request to Natrona County commissioners to consider an industrial park zoning designation for its proposed 940-acre data center. This designation would exempt the $500 million project from state industrial siting review, aiming to speed up construction. Commissioners took no action on the request, which sparked debate among residents regarding local control versus state oversight and environmental impacts.
Prometheus Hyperscale is proposing a new data center east of Casper, near the Natrona and Converse county line. The developer is preparing to present its case to Natrona County commissioners for project approval. A decision on the project, which promises 150 permanent jobs and a significant tax revenue increase, is expected soon.
A Third District Court judge dismissed a petition filed by residents requesting a judicial review of a conditional use permit for Prometheus Hyperscale's data center near Evanston. The judge ruled that the petitioners failed to demonstrate how they were adversely affected and lacked statutory standing. Separately, an objection regarding Wyoming's Open Meetings Act and public records requests was filed.
Prometheus Hyperscale is moving forward with its $32 billion data center projects in Uinta and Natrona counties, Wyoming, after a legal challenge against its Evanston facility was dismissed. A judge ruled that opponents failed to timely respond to a motion to dismiss, leaving the county's conditional-use permits intact. The company is now focusing on power infrastructure approvals and workforce training for both sites.
A citizens' petition requesting judicial review of the Uinta County Commission's approval of a conditional use permit for the Prometheus Hyperscale data center project in Evanston, Wyoming, has been dismissed by the Third District Court. This dismissal allows the data center project's permit to stand.
Flexential announced plans for a 110-acre, 108-megawatt data center campus in Talty, Kaufman County, Texas, marking its largest facility in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. This development occurs amidst a surge of data center projects in Kaufman County and increasing efforts by municipalities and the state to regulate or restrict their construction, including a directive from Forney City Council to prohibit data centers through zoning amendments.
Wyoming is grappling with how to regulate power supply for large-scale data centers and AI operations. Developers are proposing dedicated power plants to meet massive electrical demands, but state officials lack a clear regulatory framework. The Wyoming Public Service Commission recently rejected a request from Anschutz Corporation regarding its proposed power project, citing a need for new 'non-utility generator' rules.
The Uinta County Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Target Hyper/Scale to build a workforce hub, or "man camp," in Uinta County. This hub is intended to support the construction of a large data center project by Prometheus Hyperscale. Despite public opposition and concerns, the commission proceeded with the approval after addressing various allegations and outlining 18 permit conditions.
Residents in Wyoming are growing concerned about the proliferation of data centers, especially after a Meta data center was linked to water contamination in Cheyenne. Amidst proposals for new data centers across the state, including in Evanston and Wheatland, communities are grappling with zoning changes and potential impacts on water and energy resources. Wyoming's Governor has signed an executive order to establish a framework for data center development.
Opponents in Uinta County, Wyoming, have filed a petition for administrative review in District Court, challenging permits granted to Prometheus Hyperscale for a large data center. They allege non-transparent planning by county officials and Prometheus, and inadequate review of environmental impacts and resource strain. County officials and Prometheus deny the allegations, asserting the process was public and transparent.
A Meta data center in Cheyenne, Wyoming, was identified as the source of a dangerous bacterium contaminating the city's recycled water system, prompting a termination of its discharge privileges. This incident has intensified existing concerns among residents and officials regarding the environmental impact, particularly water and energy consumption, of numerous planned and existing data centers across the state, including projects by Microsoft and Prometheus Hyperscale. Residents express worry that rural communities lack adequate regulations for these large-scale facilities.
Natrona County commissioners briefly discussed Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed data center project, which has been relocated to be entirely within Natrona County. The data center is planned for an area east of Casper, near the former Natrona and Converse county line.
The Uinta County Board recently approved a conditional use permit for the Prometheus Hyperscale data center. This approval was previously reported in the Uinta County Herald.
A proposed 1.25-gigawatt AI data center by Prometheus Hyperscale near Evanston, Wyoming, is moving forward with local government support. Developers are actively seeking major tech clients like Meta and Microsoft for the project, which includes an on-site natural gas power plant. Local residents have raised concerns regarding water usage, electricity demand, environmental impacts, and noise pollution.
Uinta County Commissioners unanimously approved a 1.25-gigawatt Prometheus Hyperscale data center near Evanston, Wyoming, despite public pushback over environmental concerns. The company states it will use a private well and water-glycol mixture for cooling, avoiding the Bear River, and primarily power the facility with natural gas, with future plans for nuclear energy.
The Uinta County Commission has unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed data center east of Evanston, Wyoming. The approval comes with 15 conditions addressing environmental standards, construction timelines, sales tax, and community impact. Public comments included both support and opposition for the project.
The Uinta County Commission has approved a conditional use permit for Prometheus Hyperscale's data center project located east of Evanston. This decision allows the long-proposed data center to proceed with its development plans.
Natrona County residents are strongly opposing Prometheus Hyperscale's proposed data center and 'man camp,' citing concerns about groundwater, environmental impact, and changes to their rural lifestyle. County commissioners discussed the project's zoning, expressing little interest in using a local planned unit development process, preferring the state's industrial siting board for review. The project, which straddles Natrona and Converse counties, could involve a significant investment and its own power system.
Prometheus Hyperscale data center sought zoning approval from Natrona County Commissioners to develop in an industrial park spanning the Natrona and Converse County line. Commissioners expressed concerns and noted public opposition, ultimately deciding to take no action at this time.