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Data Center Signal is tracking 17 clips about Quantica data center developments across 1 states, including MT.

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News ClipKTVQ·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Quantica outlines proposed water usage for Broadview data center

Quantica, the developer of a proposed 5,000-acre energy and data center near Broadview in Yellowstone County, Montana, has announced the project's projected water and electricity usage. The company plans to use 20,000 gallons of water per day from a deep aquifer using closed-loop cooling technology, and will draw 1,100 megawatts of power. This announcement follows the county's decision to invalidate thousands of signatures gathered by residents attempting to force a public vote on the data center, though opposition efforts are ongoing.

water electricity announcement opposition

9/1/2026

News ClipBillings Gazette·Billings, Yellowstone County, MT

Quantica plans to use 20,000 gallons per day, tap into deep aquifer for data center

Quantica is planning a data center project that will require 20,000 gallons of water per day. The company intends to source this significant water supply by tapping into a deep aquifer.

water announcement

8/31/2026

News ClipKTVQ·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Commissioners agree to discuss emergency zoning request over proposed Broadview data center

Yellowstone County commissioners will discuss an emergency interim zoning ordinance on August 27th that could pause a proposed 5,000-acre data center project by Quantica in Broadview. The grassroots group Yellowstone County Voices is advocating for the zoning change, citing concerns about noise and other hazards from data centers. There is debate among commissioners and attorneys regarding the county's authority to enact such an ordinance.

zoning opposition government legal

8/19/2026

News Clipdailymontanan.com·Yellowstone County, MT

Yellowstone County data center ballot initiative stopped by courts

A Yellowstone County District Court judge upheld the county's decision to invalidate a proposed ballot initiative that sought to require two-thirds voter approval for new data centers. This legal setback for opponents means data center developer Quantica can continue its project without this specific local hurdle, although residents plan to continue their fight. The initiative was halted due to a legal error and an updated state statute, which opponents felt was a "wild goose chase" orchestrated by county officials.

zoning opposition government legal moratorium

8/15/2026

News Clip2:15KTVQ News·Billings, Yellowstone County, MT

Yellowstone County data center ballot initiative will not be on November ballot

A ballot initiative led by Yellowstone County Voices, aimed at giving voters a say on data center development, will not appear on the November ballot due to a missed submission deadline. The group is challenging the county's interpretation of the deadline and plans to continue gathering signatures for a future vote, specifically referencing an AI data center being pushed by Quantica.

opposition government zoning

8/5/2026

News ClipBillings Gazette·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Opposition erupts after Quantica backs Yellowstone County suit over data center initiative$

Yellowstone County has filed a lawsuit challenging a proposed data center initiative led by Kassi Solberg, which aims to give voters the power to approve or deny such projects. This legal action comes as Quantica plans to develop a data center and power plant near Broadview, Montana. Solberg has vowed to continue fighting the county's lawsuit against the initiative.

opposition legal government

7/9/2026

News ClipNBC Montana·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT

Debate over data centers in Montana could be decided at ballot box

Local activists in Butte-Silver Bow and Yellowstone County, Montana, are pushing for ballot initiatives that would require two-thirds voter approval for new data center projects. This comes after Sabey Data Centers withdrew a proposed project, with local officials and some groups opposing the initiatives, citing economic benefits. Missoula County is also considering a temporary moratorium on data center construction.

opposition water government legal moratorium

7/2/2026

News ClipMontana Free Press·MT

Who wants a say in power rates for Montana data centers?

NorthWestern Energy in Montana has proposed new electricity rate structures specifically for large power users, primarily data centers. The Montana Public Service Commission is reviewing these proposals, with several entities and the public seeking to provide input on the rates and the broader implications of data center development across the state.

electricity government opposition

6/30/2026

News ClipMontana Free Press·Yellowstone County, MT

Montana Democrats Propose Data Center Moratorium Amid Energy, Water Concerns

The Montana Democratic Party has proposed a two-year moratorium on data center projects, citing concerns over electricity demands and water usage. The proposal emerged from their platform convention, driven by Yellowstone County Democrats, and former Gov. Brian Schweitzer is actively promoting the issue. The Montana Republican Party also addressed data centers, emphasizing local government involvement and resource limits.

moratorium electricity water government zoning

6/25/2026

News ClipBillings Gazette·Yellowstone County, MT

Yellowstone County residents may get to vote on data centers this November$

Data center opponents in Yellowstone County, Montana, have submitted a ballot initiative aimed at gaining control over data center projects. This initiative, which needs county approval before signatures can be gathered, could allow residents to vote on the matter in November. One project targeted is Quantica's proposed data center and power plant near Broadview.

opposition government

6/19/2026

News ClipBillings Gazette·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Broadview data center developer adopts agreement to hire local labor for projects$

Quantica, a data center developer, announced an agreement with local labor unions for its planned 1,100-megawatt data center. The project, located near Broadview, Montana, will also include a power plant and connect to a local power substation.

announcement electricity

6/19/2026

News ClipMontana Free Press·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT

How some Montanans are taking data center regulation into their own hands

Grassroots efforts in Montana's Butte-Silver Bow and Yellowstone counties are pursuing ballot initiatives to give voters direct approval power over new data center developments. These initiatives, driven by community concerns over water use and electricity strain, aim to curb data center growth after opposition to projects by companies like Sabey, Krambu, and Quantica. If successful, these petitions could establish a new precedent for data center regulation in the state.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity water

6/18/2026

News ClipBillings Gazette·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Opposition wants NorthWestern merger case reopened after Broadview data center plans emerged$

Opposition groups are calling for the reopening of a hearing on the proposed NorthWestern Energy merger. This demand comes after news emerged about a data center and power plant planned by Quantica near Broadview, Montana, raising concerns about consumer financial risks.

opposition government electricity announcement

6/10/2026

News ClipKTVQ·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Proposed Data Center in Broadview, Montana Raises Environmental Concerns

A Laurel resident is reflecting on the negative effects of an existing gas plant built by NorthWestern Energy as a new proposal for a large data center emerges near Broadview, Montana. The proposed Quantica data center would require substantial energy, potentially from multiple new gas plants, raising significant environmental concerns about air pollution and water use among local residents and conservation groups.

environmental electricity opposition

5/22/2026

News ClipMontana Free Press·Bonner, Missoula County, MT

Water, energy, land use: Missoula data center proposal prompts questions

A proposed data center in Bonner, Montana, by Krambu, is prompting public concern over its potential impacts on water, energy, and land use. Over 100 people attended a panel discussion in Missoula to address these issues, as Missoula County reviews the facility's application. Broader statewide concerns exist regarding data centers straining Montana's electrical grid and increasing rates for residents.

zoning opposition environmental electricity water

5/21/2026

News ClipMontana State Exponent·Missoula, Missoula County, MT

'We've never seen anything like this': Groups warn of data centers at Missoula meeting

Environmental nonprofits held a public meeting in Missoula, Montana, to raise concerns about the substantial electricity consumption of proposed data centers in the state. They warned that these centers could significantly increase residential electricity rates and expressed worry about potential environmental and financial costs. The Montana Public Service Commission is currently reviewing a proposed "large load tariff" by NorthWestern Energy to regulate power supply to these facilities.

electricity environmental opposition government

5/21/2026

News Clip1:14KTVQ News·Broadview, Yellowstone County, MT

Quantica seeking to boost energy capacity at Broadview data center site to 7,235 MW

Quantica is seeking to significantly increase the energy capacity at its data center site in Broadview, Montana. The company aims to boost the energy capacity to 7,235 megawatts.

electricity

5/21/2026