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Data Center Signal is tracking 7 clips about Thor Equities data center developments across 2 states, including MI, OH.

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News ClipThe VW independent·Van Wert County, OH

VW County group tours New Albany data center park

Van Wert County officials and stakeholders toured New Albany’s data center park to understand data center development ahead of their own megasite project. The visit, funded by Thor Equities, addressed community concerns about power, water usage, and noise, and highlighted New Albany's long-term planning. Officials emphasized the importance of sustainable solutions and streamlined processes for attracting investment.

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4/21/2026

News ClipMercer County Outlook·Van Wert County, OH

Van Wert County leaders tour New Albany to prepare for data center development at Megasite

Van Wert County leaders, along with community stakeholders, toured New Albany, Ohio, to learn about data center development and address local concerns. The visit, funded by Thor Equities, aimed to inform the community about planning, infrastructure, and environmental considerations for a data center at the Van Wert Megasite, focusing on topics like power, water usage, and noise.

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4/21/2026

News ClipCBS News·Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, MI

Ypsilanti water system considers 12-month moratorium on supplying data centers

The Ypsilanti Township Board of Trustees approved a resolution for a 12-month moratorium on providing water services to data centers. This action stems from concerns about water usage, wastewater capacity, and environmental impacts, particularly in response to a proposed $1.2-billion facility by the University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory. The resolution urges the Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA) to conduct thorough studies before committing to serve large computing facilities.

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4/18/2026

News ClipCBC·Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, MI

Ypsilanti, Mich., water system approves 12-month moratorium on supplying data centers

Ypsilanti, Michigan's board of trustees approved a 12-month moratorium on providing water for new data centers to allow for environmental and water system studies, driven by opposition to proposed facilities. This action affects projects by the University of Michigan and Thor Equities, raising concerns about water capacity and environmental impact. The local utility will conduct the requested studies.

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4/18/2026

News ClipPlanet Detroit·Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, MI

Ypsilanti water system to consider 12-month moratorium on supplying data centers

Ypsilanti Township's Board of Trustees approved a resolution calling for a 12-month moratorium on providing water for data centers, citing concerns about water system strain and environmental impact. This action urges the Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA) to conduct necessary studies before committing to serve such facilities. The resolution stems from opposition to proposed projects by the University of Michigan and Thor Equities.

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4/17/2026

News ClipPlanet Detroit·Ypsilanti, Washtenaw County, MI

Data center news: Ypsilanti Township escalates fight against U of M, Los Alamos project

Local battles over data center developments are escalating across Michigan, involving multiple townships, government bodies, and developers. Community concerns center on environmental impact, national security risks, electricity and water usage, and transparency in project approvals. The disputes involve formal resolutions, rejected recall petitions, ongoing legal challenges, and withdrawn project applications.

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Oracle

4/7/2026

News ClipUrbana Daily Citizen·Urbana, Champaign County, OH

Urbana council to meet in special session March 31

Urbana City Council will hold a special meeting to establish a review committee for a recently approved 12-month temporary moratorium on data center development. The moratorium was enacted after presentations from developers Thor Equities and CyrusOne, and amidst vocal opposition from citizens concerned about environmental and resource impacts.

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CyrusOne

3/23/2026