News Clipcitybiz·Umatilla, Umatilla County, OR
Sabey Data Centers Marks Construction Milestone at Oregon Campus
Sabey Data Centers has achieved a significant construction milestone,
7/22/2026
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Data Center Signal is tracking 30 clips about Sabey Data Centers data center developments across 5 states, including IN, MT, OR, TX, WA.
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News ClipHouston Chronicle·Round Rock, Williamson County, TX
Fact check: Do AI data centers need more energy than the country produces now?$
President Donald Trump claimed that the AI industry would require more energy than the entire United States currently produces. A fact-check by PolitiFact rated this claim as "Mostly False," citing studies that project data centers will account for 9% to 25% of total U.S. electricity demand by 2050, not 100-200%. Experts concur that Trump's estimates are significantly higher than credible projections.
7/20/2026
News ClipEast Oregonian·Umatilla County, OR
714,000-square-foot data center construction under way in Umatilla
Sabey Data Centers is constructing a large 714,540-square-foot data center campus in Umatilla, Oregon, designed to support over 150 megawatts of capacity. Local officials and company executives celebrated the project's economic benefits and highlighted its use of a closed-loop cooling system to address water usage concerns. The first data hall is expected to go online in April 2028.
7/16/2026
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.
7/2/2026
News ClipMirror Indy·Decatur, Marion County, IN
Sabey Data Centers files motion to dismiss residents’ legal challenge
Sabey Data Centers has filed a motion to dismiss a legal challenge from Decatur Township residents in Marion County, Indianapolis. The residents' lawsuit aims to reverse approved zoning changes for a proposed data center, citing concerns about health, quality of life, and property values. A status conference for the legal dispute is scheduled for June 29.
6/18/2026
News Clip0:38NBC Montana·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT
Sabey Data Centers officially backs out of Butte agreement
Sabey Data Centers has officially withdrawn from an agreement to construct two large data centers on 606 acres at a Butte-Silver Bow industrial park. The company terminated the buy-sell agreement after discovering REC Silicon held a right of first refusal to the land, which REC Silicon now intends to exercise.
6/1/2026
News ClipFederal Way Mirror·Federal Way, King County, WA
Impact of Data Centers on Washington Communities Examined
The article explores the mixed impact of data centers on local communities, highlighting both economic benefits and significant costs like increased energy demands and water consumption. It uses Quincy, Washington, as a detailed example, noting the strain on local resources and changes in state tax incentives. The piece questions whether the benefits ultimately outweigh the burdens imposed on communities.
5/20/2026
News Clip1:09NBC Montana·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT
Butte officials still hoping to court data center
Butte-Silver Bow officials are continuing efforts to court Sabey Data Centers for a proposed data center at the industrial park, despite a recent setback. REC Silicon exercised a right of first refusal on 600 acres of land Sabey had planned to acquire. City and county officials are now working with Sabey to identify alternative land options within the park.
4/29/2026
News ClipWFYI·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Indianapolis proposes data center zoning rules, but critics say protections fall short
Indianapolis has proposed its first data center zoning rules, which include noise caps, buffer requirements, and utility checks. While the rules aim to regulate data center development in Marion County, critics argue they do not provide sufficient protection for neighborhoods. The City-County Council will vote on final approval after a public comment period.
4/23/2026
News ClipWISH-TV·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Lawsuit aims to halt $4 billion data center project in Indianapolis
A neighborhood organization and property owners in Indianapolis have filed a lawsuit to reverse a government decision that approved a $4 billion data center project by Sabey Data Centers. The suit alleges violations of due process and conflicts with the area's planned use, despite the Metropolitan Development Commission's prior approval. Concerns about health and safety were also reiterated.
4/22/2026
News ClipMirror Indy·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Anti-data center advocates take their battle to Marion County court
Decatur Township residents in Indianapolis have filed a petition for judicial review to challenge a zoning decision that would allow Sabey Data Centers to build the city's first hyperscale data center. This legal action is a "last ditch effort" to stop the project after the Metropolitan Development Commission approved the necessary zoning adjustments.
4/21/2026
News ClipMirror Indy·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Will data centers impact property values? Depends on who you ask
Residents of Decatur Township in Indianapolis are preparing to file a judicial review to challenge the Metropolitan Development Commission's approval of zoning variances for a 1.1 million-square-foot data center by Sabey Data Centers. They fear negative impacts on property values, water contamination, and noise pollution, despite studies presented by the developer claiming otherwise.
4/13/2026
News Clip2:17KXLF News Channel·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT
Butte leaders tour a Washington data center as Sabey considers building a new facility in Montana
Butte leaders toured a Sabey Data Center in Quincy, Washington, to evaluate the potential impacts of a proposed 600-acre facility south of Butte, Montana. While some voiced concerns about traffic, the tour provided positive insights into community development benefits like jobs and tax revenue. Sabey has until August to decide on building the facility.
4/8/2026
News ClipHello Georgetown·Williamson County, TX
The Data Center Boom Reshaping Williamson County, Texas
Williamson County, Texas, is experiencing a significant data center boom, attracting developers due to its power infrastructure, fiber connectivity, and land availability. Several major projects by companies like Skybox/Prologis, Colovore, Blueprint, Sabey, and Switch have received approvals from local city councils, despite some community concerns regarding water usage, power grid strain, and job creation. A lawsuit filed by Taylor residents against Blueprint was dismissed, showcasing the complex interplay between development and local governance.
4/8/2026
News ClipBozeman Daily Chronicle·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT
Data center visit reinforces support among some Butte commissioners, yet questions linger
Butte-Silver Bow commissioners visited a Sabey Data Center in Quincy, Washington, to inform their decision on a proposed $1 billion data center in Butte, Montana. While many found the visit reassuring regarding noise and water use, questions remain about development plans, tax revenues, utility rates, and public engagement. A final vote on the development agreement with Sabey Data Centers is pending.
4/7/2026
News ClipWRTV·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Metrobloks' $500 million data center approved despite neighborhood concerns
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission approved Metrobloks' $500 million data center project in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood. The decision was made despite ongoing resident concerns about environmental impact, energy and water use, and proximity to homes. City officials and the company have committed to continued community engagement as the project moves forward.
4/3/2026
News Clipwowo.com·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Indy Data Center Approved
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission approved a $500 million data center project by Metrobloks in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood despite resident opposition. Opponents, including One Voice Martindale Brightwood and Protect Martindale Brightwood, vow to continue fighting the approval, potentially through legal action. Metrobloks described the facility as low-impact with minimal water usage to address environmental concerns.
4/2/2026
News ClipWIBC 93.1 FM·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Metrobloks’ $500 Million Data Center Approved for Indy Neighborhood
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission has approved a $500 million data center project by Metrobloks in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood. Residents and local groups like One Voice Martindale Brightwood and Protect Martindale Brightwood continue to oppose the project and are considering legal action. Metrobloks plans to address environmental concerns with a low-impact design and closed-loop cooling.
4/2/2026
News ClipWISH-TV·Indianapolis, Marion County, IN
Metrobloks’ $500 million data center in Indianapolis gets green light
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission has approved a $500 million data center project by Metrobloks in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood, despite significant community opposition. Residents have raised concerns about potential environmental impacts, and an organization is exploring legal options to challenge the approval. The facility will use a closed-loop cooling system to minimize water usage.
4/1/2026
News ClipThe Missoulian·Butte, Silver Bow County, MT
NorthWestern Energy proposes rules for big electricity users to 'protect existing customers'$
NorthWestern Energy has proposed new rules and requirements for large electricity users, including data centers, in Montana. The proposal aims to protect existing customers from the impacts of massive power consumption by new developments. An environmental nonprofit, however, deems these proposed rules "woefully inadequate."
4/1/2026