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Data Center Signal is tracking 4 clips about Simple Mining data center developments across 2 states, including IA, SD.

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News ClipRaccoon Valley Radio·Greene County, IA

GCDC Executive Director Thankful for County Supervisor’s Forward Thinking with Data Center Ordinance

Simple Mining is moving forward with plans for a bitcoin data center in Greene County, Iowa, and is in the process of finalizing its permit application. Greene County had proactively passed an ordinance earlier this year to set standards and protections for data centers, including noise reduction and water usage caps. The project, estimated at $12 million, will be reviewed by the Board of Adjustment once the application is submitted.

zoning government environmental water

8/21/2026

News ClipMadison Daily Leader·Madison, Lake County, SD

Simple Mining data center hoping to come to Madison

The Madison City Commission is considering a proposal from Simple Mining to build a 10-megawatt digital currency mining facility. This comes after a previous project with Giga Energy fell through due to a dispute over interruptible electrical load requirements. Simple Mining has committed to an interruptible load and will seek a conditional use permit.

zoning electricity environmental announcement government

7/7/2026

News ClipKCRG·Cedar Falls, Black Hawk County, IA

Crypto-mining company hosts open house after Cedar Falls rejects zoning changes

Cedar Falls city leaders unanimously rejected proposed zoning changes related to crypto-mining facilities, prompting Simple Mining to host an open house to educate residents. The company aims to address community misconceptions and showcase responsible operation, while residents remain divided on the benefits and potential impacts of such facilities in the city.

zoning opposition government

5/21/2026

News ClipTelegraphHerald.com·Cascade, Dubuque County, IA

Cascade mayor, economic development leader disagree on crypto mining facility's impact

Cascade, Iowa, is considering a proposed cryptocurrency mining facility by Simple Mining, which has drawn opposition from Mayor Steve Knepper over transparency and potential utility bill impacts. The project involves 40 crypto mining containers, with an agreement that also opens the possibility for a future data center on the site, subject to city approval and due diligence.

electricity opposition government zoning

3/27/2026