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Data Center Signal is tracking 6 clips about Related Companies data center developments across 3 states, including MI, GA, WY.

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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.

announcement opposition water electricity government

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