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Data Center Signal is tracking 18 clips about Related Companies data center developments across 4 states, including MI, IL, WY, GA.

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News Clipcowboystatedaily.com·Lysite, Fremont County, WY

Plan For Data Center Puts Spotlight On Lax Fremont County Zoning Laws

A small data center project is emerging in eastern Fremont County, Wyoming, prompting local officials to consider developing specific zoning regulations for data centers in unincorporated areas. The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality is reviewing a request from ETC DC OpCo LLC to install natural gas-fired emergency generators for the facility. Currently, Fremont County has limited zoning laws, making data centers an 'allowable activity.'

zoning environmental electricity government announcement

8/19/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Oscoda County, MI

Data center developer buys golf course next to massive Oracle construction site

A data center developer has acquired the Rustic Glen Golf Club, which is adjacent to a large Oracle data center construction site in Saline Township, Michigan. The acquired land is next to "The Barn" data center, a facility being developed by Related Companies and Oracle for use by OpenAI.

announcement

Oracle OpenAI

8/19/2026

News ClipChicago Reader·Chicago, Cook County, IL

South siders call for Mayor Brandon Johnson to ‘revoke the permits’ for a controversial quantum computing facility

South Chicago residents demanded Mayor Brandon Johnson revoke permits for the Quantum Shore development, which includes a controversial data center. Mayor Johnson responded by signing an executive order for new data center regulations and proposed a moratorium on new data centers in Chicago. The development's status remains contested, with developers and community groups disagreeing on its future.

opposition moratorium environmental electricity water zoning government announcement

8/17/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Opinion: Getting data centers right is key to the future

John Rakolta III, president of Walbridge, shared an opinion piece emphasizing the critical importance of developing data centers correctly for the future. He highlights his company's involvement as the general contractor for The Barn data center in Saline Township, which is being developed by Related Companies and Oracle for use by OpenAI.

announcement government environmental electricity

Oracle OpenAI

8/10/2026

News ClipBlock Club Chicago·Chicago, Cook County, IL

Data Centers Should Be Required To Disclose Water And Energy Use, City Panel Recommends

A Chicago city report recommends new regulations for data centers, including special permitting, zoning reviews, and disclosure of water and energy use, to mitigate environmental impacts. The report downplays the likelihood of hyperscale data centers in the city despite Related Digital's proposal for a one-gigawatt facility on the South Side. The working group also suggested exploring wastewater reuse for cooling and implementing community benefits agreements.

government environmental zoning opposition water electricity

8/6/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Oracle’s $43B data center to get full tax break after Saline Township swiftly reverses course

Saline Township has reversed its decision, granting a full tax break to Oracle's $43 billion data center project after initially attempting to appease angry residents. The reversal occurred swiftly, ensuring the massive artificial intelligence data center receives the full incentive.

government opposition

Oracle OpenAI

7/18/2026

News ClipDetroit Free Press·MI

What to know about data centers as citizens demand more regulations

A nationwide day of protests against data centers is planned for July 18, led by Humans First, demanding stricter regulations in over 50 cities across 22 states. In Michigan, several hyperscale data centers are under development, including Google's "Project Cannoli" and the "Stargate" project by OpenAI and Oracle, raising concerns among residents about water usage, energy costs, and noise.

opposition environmental government announcement electricity water

Google OpenAI Oracle Switch

7/16/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Oracle’s $43B data center gets a tax break — but local officials put a big cap on it

The Saline Township board in Michigan approved an Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption for Oracle's data center, but capped it at the project's original $4.81 billion price tag. This decision was made to appease angry residents and adhere to the township’s consent agreement with Oracle. The data center is being developed by Related Companies for use by OpenAI.

government opposition announcement

Oracle OpenAI

7/15/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Oracle’s tax break request for its $43B data center has local officials in a legal bind

Local officials in Saline Township, Michigan, face a legal dilemma regarding Oracle's request for property tax exemptions for its $43 billion data center project. The township had previously agreed to approve these tax breaks as part of a consent agreement signed with developers last year. The data center is a collaborative effort involving Oracle, Related Companies, and OpenAI.

government legal announcement

Oracle OpenAI

7/14/2026

News ClipUnHerd·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

Michigan Governor Whitmer Supports AI and Data Center Development Amid Opposition

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a strong proponent of artificial intelligence and data center development, championing projects like a $16 billion data center in Saline Township by Oracle and Related Digital, which has faced intense local opposition. Critics raise concerns about surging electricity bills, water supply impact, and environmental pollution from backup generators. While other states are enacting regulations or moratoriums, Whitmer has pushed for tax exemptions for data centers, leading to political divisions within Michigan.

opposition announcement government electricity water environmental moratorium

Oracle

7/1/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Oscoda County, MI

Michigan needs new data center policies to ease public concerns, report finds

A report commissioned by business groups recommends that Michigan strengthen its data center regulations to ease public concerns and better attract investment and jobs. The report urges the state to enshrine and fortify existing policies.

government environmental zoning opposition

Oracle OpenAI

6/25/2026

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Saline, Oscoda County, MI

Data centers have ignited a debate over water. But they’d hardly be the biggest users.

Data center developments, including The Barn data center in Saline Township, Michigan, have sparked a debate regarding their water consumption. While proposals move forward statewide, questions persist about appropriate water usage levels and methods. The article suggests data centers may not be the largest water users despite public concern.

water environmental

Oracle OpenAI

6/23/2026

News Clipdailypress.net·Saline, Oscoda County, MI

Michigan Governor and Tech CEOs Attend Groundbreaking for Major Data Center in Saline Township

A ceremonial groundbreaking was held for a $56 billion data center in Saline Township, Michigan, known as The Barn, featuring leaders from OpenAI, Oracle, and The Related Companies, alongside Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The project, part of the larger Stargate plan, is one of the largest AI infrastructure investments globally despite initial local opposition and a settled lawsuit over rezoning. It is expected to create 450 jobs and will consume 1.4 gigawatts of power.

announcement zoning opposition legal electricity government

OpenAI Oracle SoftBank

6/6/2026

News ClipWEMU·Saline Township, Washtenaw County, MI

Developers of Saline Township data center promise to be good neighbors

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and other dignitaries attended a celebration for the Saline Township data center, which has faced controversy but is already under construction. Developers pledged to be good neighbors, with Related Companies announcing a $10 million investment in the Saline Recreation Center. They also addressed environmental concerns by committing to closed-loop air cooling for water conservation and covering all energy costs.

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Oracle OpenAI

6/1/2026

News ClipWyomingNews.com·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Mayor: Data center water use in Cheyenne is far below city supply, other local industries

Cheyenne Mayor Patrick Collins addressed the Wyoming Legislature's Select Water Committee, asserting that data centers in Cheyenne use significantly less water than other local industries and residential irrigation. He also highlighted existing city regulations for data center developers, including requirements for noise, light, and power infrastructure costs.

water electricity government zoning

Microsoft

5/7/2026

News ClipDetroit Free Press·MI

Where 2026 Michigan governor candidates stand on data centers

Michigan's 2026 gubernatorial candidates are actively discussing their stances on data center development, highlighting a consensus around economic benefits balanced with concerns for natural resources and energy infrastructure. Key themes include ensuring developers pay for energy and water use, protecting natural resources, and maintaining local control over siting decisions. Candidates like Benson, Cox, Duggan, James, Johnson, Nesbitt, and Swanson have shared their views on regulating data center projects statewide.

government electricity water environmental moratorium zoning opposition

5/4/2026

News ClipWAVY.com·GA

Data centers emerge as growing wedge issue in midterm races

Data centers have emerged as a major issue in several US midterm election races, with candidates weighing the economic benefits of data centers against the strain they put on local utility grids and water supplies. Candidates in Michigan, Georgia, and Tennessee are debating policies around data center zoning, tax incentives, and environmental impacts.

electricity water government opposition

3/15/2026

News ClipThe Guardian·Saline, Washtenaw County, MI

‘Uniquely evil’: Michigan residents fight against huge datacenter backed by top tycoons

Residents of Saline Township, Michigan are fighting against a proposed $7 billion, 1.4 gigawatt data center that would be backed by powerful tech and political figures. The local township board initially rejected the plans, but the data center backers sued and forced the board to reverse its decision. Residents are concerned the data center would increase energy bills, pollute groundwater, and destroy the area's rural character.

zoning opposition environmental electricity

12/19/2025