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Data Center Signal is tracking 25 clips about Townsite Solar 2 data center developments across 1 states, including NV.

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News Clipktnv.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Feds pause Boulder City data center project

The U.S. Department of the Interior Board of Land Appeals has halted a proposed data center near Boulder City, Nevada, after residents and environmental groups challenged the Bureau of Land Management's approval. The stay pauses the project while an expedited appeals process plays out, with opponents believing the BLM violated the law by approving the data center without a new environmental analysis.

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9/7/2026

News Clipazdailysun.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Judge halts construction of embattled Boulder City data center on public land$

An administrative judge has temporarily halted the construction of a data center on public land near Boulder City, Nevada. This decision follows an appeal by Boulder City leaders and environmental groups against a permit amendment granted to developer Townsite Solar 2 by the Bureau of Land Management. Construction is paused pending the full processing of the appeal.

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9/2/2026

News ClipThe Nevada Independent·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Judge orders pause on Boulder City data center

A Department of Interior judge has ordered a stay on the construction of a data center near Boulder City, Nevada, on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land. The decision followed appeals from Boulder City and environmental groups, citing a significant change in the project's focus from a solar farm to a data center. Construction will be paused until the matter is settled in court.

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9/1/2026

News ClipKSNV·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Judge pauses data center development on federal land in Boulder City

A judge has ordered a pause on the development of a controversial data center on federal land in Boulder City, Nevada. The Interior Department's Board of Land Appeals granted a stay, citing the likelihood that environmental groups would succeed in arguing that the Bureau of Land Management violated the National Environmental Policy Act.

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9/1/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Review-Journal·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Judge halts construction of embattled Boulder City data center

A federal administrative judge has ordered a halt to the construction of a data center in Boulder City, Nevada, siding with environmental groups and city officials who challenged the Bureau of Land Management's approval. The decision puts a pause on the project by developer Townsite Solar 2 until an appeal challenging the BLM's environmental review process can be fully processed.

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9/1/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Sun·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Boulder City Appeals BLM Approval of Data Center Project on Federal Land

Boulder City officials are appealing a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) decision that approved a data center project by Townsite Solar 2 within city limits without requiring a new environmental review. The city argues the project, which evolved from a solar facility to a major power consumer, raises significant concerns about energy demands, environmental impacts, and financial liabilities. The appeal to the Department of Interior Board of Land Appeals seeks to overturn the BLM's decision and compel a comprehensive review and public input process.

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8/22/2026

News Clipthecooldown.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Nevada critics move to stop Boulder City data center on federal land

Opponents are escalating their fight against a proposed data center in Boulder City, Nevada, which was shifted to federal land after local rejection. They have taken the dispute to Congress and the courts, arguing the project's environmental review was inadequate and that it sets a dangerous precedent for federal land use. Concerns primarily revolve around the significant increase in water and electricity consumption compared to the previously approved solar project for the site.

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8/2/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Review-Journal·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Legal appeals seek to halt Boulder City data center project on federal land; lawmakers introduce bill for national ban

A data center project by Townsite Solar 2 on federal land in Boulder City, Nevada, is facing multiple legal challenges and appeals. Environmental groups and Boulder City officials argue the project received expedited approval without proper environmental review for its new use, especially given concerns about water and electricity demands. This local controversy has also prompted U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib to introduce federal legislation proposing a nationwide ban on data centers on federal lands.

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7/28/2026

News Clipktnv.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Environmental groups file federal appeal against data center planned just outside Boulder City

Environmental groups, including The Center for Biological Diversity and Sierra Club, have filed a federal appeal to halt a proposed data center near Boulder City, Nevada, challenging the Bureau of Land Management's approval. Boulder City officials also oppose the project, arguing it did not undergo adequate environmental analysis. The appeal seeks to vacate the BLM's approval and require a full environmental review due to concerns about habitat impact, increased water demand, and socioeconomic effects.

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7/27/2026

News Clippmg-ky2.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Legal shortcut greenlit a data center on public land — and shut the public out

A legal shortcut, enabled by a Trump administration executive order, allowed a data center developer on federally owned land in Boulder City, Nevada, to bypass public scrutiny and environmental review. This approval, granted to Townsite Solar 2 by the Bureau of Land Management, has sparked outrage among residents and city officials who are appealing the decision to the Interior Department.

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7/25/2026

News ClipHeatmap News·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

How the Trump Administration Turned a Solar Farm Into a Data Center$

Boulder City, Nevada's planning commission rejected a data center proposal, but the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) subsequently approved the project on federal land within the city's limits. Boulder City is now challenging the BLM's decision, arguing it bypassed proper procedures, while environmental groups are also planning a legal challenge.

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7/24/2026

News ClipBoulder City Review·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Boulder City challenges federal approval of data center on public land

A developer used a legal shortcut to gain federal approval for a data center on public land in Boulder City, Nevada, circumventing a new environmental review and public scrutiny. Boulder City officials and residents are challenging the Bureau of Land Management's decision, with the city filing an appeal to the Interior Department's Board of Land Appeals. The situation is seen as a potential test case for future data center developments on federal land.

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7/24/2026

News Clipktnv.com·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

How feds swapped a solar farm for a data center outside Boulder City

Boulder City officials are appealing a decision by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to approve a data center project in Eldorado Valley, Nevada. The city contends that the BLM improperly reused an environmental review for a solar farm, rather than conducting a new assessment for the data center, which has significantly different environmental impacts and power demands.

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7/23/2026

News ClipE&E News by POLITICO·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Nevada town battles Trump admin over data center

Boulder City, Nevada, is challenging the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) swift approval of a data center project on federal land within city limits. Local officials and environmental groups argue the decision was made without public input and could set a concerning precedent for future federal land use. The city council has voted to appeal the decision, with citizens and environmental groups also filing challenges.

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7/21/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Review-Journal·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

A legal shortcut greenlit a data center on public land — and shut the public out

A data center project on federal land in Boulder City, Nevada, was approved through a legal shortcut, allowing the developer to bypass a new environmental review under a Trump administration executive order. This decision has sparked opposition from Boulder City officials and residents, leading the city to file an appeal with the Interior Department. The project highlights concerns over public land use, environmental scrutiny, and local revenue.

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7/19/2026

News ClipBoulder City Review·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

City to appeal BLM’s data center plan

Boulder City officials are appealing a federal decision by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to approve a data center on public land, bypassing local land use processes. Residents and city council members expressed strong opposition, citing concerns over power, water usage, and environmental impacts. The city is seeking to challenge the BLM's approval, which developer Skylar Capital Management received for its Townsite Solar 2 data center project.

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7/17/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Sun·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Boulder City to oppose BLM data center plan

Boulder City plans to oppose the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) proposal for an 80-acre data center on federally-owned land within city limits, with the city council voting to file a notice of appeal. The city argues the BLM did not consult with them or provide adequate public comment. Residents are concerned about increased water and energy consumption, heat, noise, and the project's fit within the community's character.

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7/16/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Review-Journal·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Boulder City Council to Appeal Federal Data Center Approval Amid Resident Outcry

Boulder City officials and residents are fighting a federal decision by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to approve a data center on public land, bypassing local land use processes. The City Council voted to appeal the BLM's approval, citing a lack of public comment and proper consultation, while residents expressed concerns over environmental impacts and infrastructure strain. Local and state discussions around data center regulation and potential moratoriums are also ongoing.

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7/15/2026

News Clip0:47KTVN 2 News Nevada·Boulder City, Clark County, NV

Proposed data center in Boulder City sparking debate

A proposed data center near Boulder City, Nevada, has received a right-of-way grant approval from the Bureau of Land Management for federally owned land. However, Boulder City residents and the city government plan to appeal the decision, citing local impact concerns and opposition to data centers in the Eldorado Valley.

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7/9/2026

News ClipLas Vegas Sun·Las Vegas, Clark County, NV

Clark County commissioners signal potential freeze on new data centers

Clark County commissioners have signaled their intent to develop new regulations for data centers and are considering a potential pause on new applications. This decision follows significant public concern over the industry's environmental impact, particularly regarding water usage and electricity demand. The move reflects a growing trend of community pushback against data center expansion in Nevada and across the US.

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