Data Center Signal is tracking 10 clips about RadiusDC data center developments across 2 states, including TN, NC.
A federal judge dismissed all nine claims in DC BLOX's lawsuit challenging Metro Nashville's temporary moratorium on permits for new data centers near the Nashville Zoo. The company has 21 days to amend and refile three claims, while six were dismissed permanently or on separate legal grounds.
A federal judge dismissed DC BLOX's lawsuit challenging Metro Nashville's data center moratorium and related regulations affecting its proposed facilities near the Nashville Zoo. Judge Eli Richardson found most claims unclear or outside federal jurisdiction and rejected the company's claim that Metro treated it unfairly compared with RadiusDC.
Raleigh's mayor has requested a draft moratorium proposal on data center development following significant community opposition to a project by RadiusDC. The city council will consider this proposal, which could temporarily halt the "Radius DC Raleigh I" facility. This action comes after RadiusDC withdrew its annexation request for the site due to public hearings.
The Raleigh City Council is considering a six-month moratorium on data center proposals, with a public hearing and vote scheduled for October 6. This follows public opposition to a recently withdrawn data center annexation request by developer RadiusDC. Residents have raised concerns about potential environmental, health, and quality-of-life impacts, citing similar moratoriums in other North Carolina municipalities.
RadiusDC announced that its data center in Nashville, Tennessee, is projected to use approximately 700 gallons of water per day. This disclosure provides specific details regarding the operational resource demands of the facility.
Colorado-based RadiusDC is continuing its pursuit of a controversial data center project in southeast Raleigh despite significant community opposition. The company recently withdrew its annexation petition for the site following resident criticism, but its CEO stated they are not abandoning the project.
Residents in North Nashville are raising concerns about a nearly complete 100,000-square-foot RadiusDC data center on Brick Church Pike. Neighbors are questioning its environmental impacts, water usage, and noise, and are advocating for stronger guidelines from the Metro Council. The company states the facility uses energy-efficient cooling with minimal water.
North Nashville residents are expressing concerns about a new RadiusDC data center under construction on Brick Church Pike. Neighbors are raising questions about environmental impacts, water usage, noise, and the facility's proximity to a local school. The community is also pressing the Metro Council to establish clear regulations for data center developments, hoping the company will adhere to upcoming guidelines.
Artificial intelligence is fueling a rapid expansion of data centers across Tennessee, bringing billions in investment while raising concerns about electricity demand, water use, air pollution, and local control. Several communities have enacted moratoriums or permanent bans, leading to legal challenges. The Tennessee Valley Authority and state lawmakers are also addressing the growing energy demands and infrastructure costs associated with this growth.
The U.S. leads the world in data centers, with nearly half of all new constructions planned for the South, particularly in states like Virginia and Texas. Tennessee is experiencing a significant boom, with over a dozen data centers confirmed in the Nashville area, including Meta's large campus in Gallatin, prompting local news to investigate their environmental impact and resource demands. Controversies primarily revolve around increased electricity and water consumption, driving up energy prices and straining power grids, as well as concerns about air and noise pollution from construction and operations.