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Data Center Signal is tracking 31 clips about Sabey data center developments across 4 states, including WA, IN, MT, TX.

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electricity77%

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News Clip2:01Cascade PBS·Quincy, Grant County, WA

Inside Sabey's Newest Building: A Look at Quincy's Data Center Boom | The Newsfeed

Quincy, Washington, a town with 56 data centers, is home to Sabey's newest facility, making it the 11th largest data center market in the US. The video provides a rare look inside Sabey's campus, detailing server halls, water-chilled cooling systems, and power infrastructure. Sabey is currently limited by a 70MW power cap from the local utility and awaits increased electricity capacity to build four additional data halls to meet demand.

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8/18/2026

News ClipWFYI·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Indy council advances pause on data centers, sends to commission for final approval

The Indianapolis City-County Council advanced a proposal for a moratorium on new data center approvals in Marion County through 2027, sending it to the Metropolitan Development Commission for final approval. The move follows months of community opposition over data centers' water, energy, and noise impacts, though three previously approved projects are exempt. The council also worked on defining 'data center' in the county's zoning code.

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Google

8/11/2026

News ClipThe Wenatchee World·East Wenatchee, Douglas County, WA

Ecology to host hearing on Sabey Data Center air permit$

The Washington State Department of Ecology will host a public hearing regarding a pre-construction air quality permit for the Sabey Data Center in East Wenatchee. Sabey is seeking approval to add generators at its facility. The hearing will precede Ecology's decision on the permit.

environmental government

8/6/2026

News ClipMirror Indy·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Hogsett administration signals support for data center tax breaks

The Hogsett administration in Indianapolis has announced its support for economic incentives and tax breaks for three approved data center projects. These projects include developments by Metrobloks, Sabey Data Centers, and DC BLOX. The city anticipates these agreements will generate long-term tax revenue and offer benefits to local neighborhoods.

government

7/31/2026

News ClipNonstop Local News·East Wenatchee, Douglas County, WA

Department of Ecology invites public comment for East Wenatchee data center expansion

The Washington State Department of Ecology is inviting public comment on an air quality permit request for the expansion of the Sabey Intergate Columbia II data center. The public comment period will close on August 24, indicating a routine regulatory process for the project.

environmental government

7/31/2026

News ClipThe Spokesman-Review·Quincy, Grant County, WA

Where agriculture meets technology: Inside the small Washington town that became a data center hub

Quincy, Washington, has transformed into a major data center hub over 20 years, significantly boosting city tax revenues and services. This growth, however, has led to increased electricity demand, prompting the Grant County Public Utility District to propose a transmission expansion plan. Local landowners are opposing this plan due to eminent domain concerns and potential impacts on their property and health.

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Microsoft Vantage CyrusOne

7/26/2026

News ClipMirror Indy·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Indy councilors advance data center moratorium with Hogsett’s backing

The Indianapolis City-County Council's committee voted to advance a proposed moratorium on new data centers through the end of 2027, with Mayor Joe Hogsett expressing support for the measure. This action follows extensive community advocacy against data center developments. The moratorium now awaits approval from the full council and the Metropolitan Development Commission.

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Google

7/14/2026

News ClipMirror Indy·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN

Council leader to introduce data center moratorium

The president of the Indianapolis City-County Council plans to introduce a proposal for a temporary moratorium on new data center construction. The pause aims to allow city officials and stakeholders to evaluate the long-term impacts of these developments. The proposed moratorium would not affect projects already approved, such as those by Metrobloks, Sabey, and DC Blox.

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7/10/2026

News ClipThe MSU Exponent·Butte, Butte-Silver Bow County, MT

Data center or not, Silver Lake water system a gem for Butte-Silver Bow County

Butte-Silver Bow County officials are reassuring the public that the Silver Lake water system has ample capacity for both residents and industrial users, including a proposed Sabey data center. Despite concerns raised by citizens and watchdog groups about the data center's potential water consumption, the county's water treatment superintendent believes the supply is sufficient. The county maintains separate water systems for potable and industrial use.

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6/12/2026

News ClipYakima Herald-Republic·Quincy, Grant County, WA

Future Harvests: How Quincy became a data center boomtown

Quincy, Washington, transformed into a data center hub over the past two decades, driven by access to fiber optics, low-cost electricity, and ample land. This growth, initiated by Microsoft, has led to significant economic benefits but also environmental debates regarding water and electricity consumption. Current developments include Grant County PUD raising rates for data centers and facing a legal challenge over new transmission line construction.

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Microsoft

5/30/2026

News ClipLewistown News-Argus·Lewistown, Fergus County, MT

Opinion: Data Centers Present Opportunity for Montana

This opinion piece argues that data centers are a good fit for Montana, addressing concerns about energy, water, and land use. It proposes solutions like self-powered facilities using small modular reactors and closed-loop cooling systems. The author highlights economic benefits and advocates for political support for data center development in the state.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity water legal

5/30/2026

News ClipIndyStar·IN

Data centers need a lot of energy. Some turn to fossil fuels for power

Data centers in Indiana are creating massive electricity demand, comparable to entire cities. Utilities are planning new generation capacity, often relying on natural gas and fossil fuels, to power facilities for companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon. Concerns about transparency and environmental impact of these energy plans have been raised by watchdog groups.

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Meta Google Microsoft Amazon

5/26/2026

News ClipChron·Brazoria County, TX

Texans say AI boom sounds like a 'washing machine' that never turns off

Residents in Brazoria County, Texas, are experiencing relentless noise pollution from a nearby Giga Energy data center, comparing the constant hum to a washing machine that never turns off. This issue highlights growing quality of life concerns as Texas expands its data center market, with residents reporting sleep disturbances, headaches, and general disruption to their peace. Despite the facility's relatively small size, it foreshadows larger problems with planned massive AI campuses.

environmental opposition

5/17/2026

News ClipYakima Herald-Republic·Quincy, Grant County, WA

Several agricultural, data center issues began in Quincy$

Quincy, Washington, historically known for agricultural contamination issues, has become a major data center hub, attracting companies like Microsoft, Sabey, and Vantage. This rapid expansion has generated significant local opposition from residents and environmental groups concerned about water and electricity usage, loss of farmland, and potential pollution. City officials, however, emphasize the economic benefits from property taxes and job creation.

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Microsoft Vantage CyrusOne

5/16/2026

News ClipSource ONE News·Quincy, Grant County, WA

Condemnation Cases Continue To Draw Pushback From Property Owners Along Proposed Quincy Transmission Route

Grant County Public Utility District is facing condemnation lawsuits from property owners for a $260 million transmission project in Quincy, Washington. The project aims to double electricity capacity to serve the area's growing data center industry. Landowners are pushing back against the proposed easements and the compensation offered, arguing their land is being unjustly taken.

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Microsoft Vantage CyrusOne

5/14/2026

News Clipseattlered.com·Seattle, King County, WA

Seattle officials propose year-long ban on data centers

Seattle city leaders are proposing a year-long moratorium on new data centers due to community pushback and concerns over environmental, utility, and infrastructure impacts. Two developers have already withdrawn their plans amid public alarm regarding increased electricity costs and potential pollution. The city will use this period to study long-term policies, including higher utility rates for large-load customers like data centers.

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Equinix

5/4/2026

News ClipKING5.com·Seattle, King County, WA

Seattle considers ban on new data centers after reported expansion interest

Seattle officials are considering a one-year moratorium on new data centers following reports of potential expansion interest from several companies. The proposal includes a resolution for impact studies on city infrastructure, water usage, utility rates, and land use. Public alarm and thousands of emails from residents prompted the council's action.

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Equinix

5/1/2026

News ClipThe Spokesman-Review·Malaga, Chelan County, WA

Data centers replace fruit orchards in changing Central WA

Data centers are increasingly replacing fruit orchards in Malaga, Chelan County, Washington, led by companies like Sabey and Microsoft. This shift is causing an economic transition from agriculture to industrial development, generating mixed feelings among local residents and orchardists. While some welcome the economic benefits, others express concerns about land competition, environmental impact, and changes to the rural landscape.

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Microsoft

4/29/2026

News ClipSeattle DJC.com·Seattle, King County, WA

$220M data-center plan emerges in Duwamish area

A $220 million, four-story data center project has been proposed for Seattle's Duwamish area by civil engineer PacLand for an unnamed client. This proposal emerges as Mayor Katie Wilson and city officials consider a moratorium on new in-city data centers, citing concerns about rising residential electricity rates. The early filing of this plan might be a strategy to pre-empt or legally challenge any upcoming moratorium.

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Equinix

4/29/2026

News Clip2:19KXLF News Channel·Butte, Silverbow County, MT

REC Silicon land purchase disrupts plans for a large Sabey Data Center at the Butte industrial park

REC Silicon's purchase of 620 acres at the Montana Connections Industrial Park has temporarily halted Sabey Data Centers' plans for a new facility in Butte, Montana. REC Silicon exercised its right of first refusal, pleasing some residents concerned about the data center's impact on natural resources and energy costs. The future location of Sabey's project in the area remains uncertain.

opposition environmental electricity government

4/24/2026