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Commissioners approve zone change for Vantage Data Center south of Cheyenne
News ClipWyomingNews.com·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

Commissioners approve zone change for Vantage Data Center south of Cheyenne

The Laramie County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a zone change request for Vantage Data Center's Project Latigo, a proposed 480-megawatt facility south of Cheyenne, Wyoming. The approval allows for the re-zoning of 1,835 acres of agricultural land to a Planned Unit Development for the data center campus and supporting infrastructure. Vantage anticipates creating up to 2,000 jobs and investing $20 billion in the community.

zoningenvironmentalelectricitygovernment
Vantage
9/3/2026
Loudoun County, Virginia, navigates data center boom and growing resident opposition
News ClipThe Verge·Loudoun County, VA

Loudoun County, Virginia, navigates data center boom and growing resident opposition

Loudoun County, Virginia, has been a major data center hub for two decades, benefiting economically from the industry. However, residents are now increasingly vocal about the negative impacts, including noise, visual pollution from transmission towers, and strain on infrastructure. A resident is currently appealing a plan by Dominion Energy to build new transmission lines through her backyard to support data center growth.

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Vantage
9/2/2026
Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.
News ClipThe Morning Call·PA

Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.

Data center developers in Pennsylvania are increasingly requiring local government officials to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) before discussing projects, raising concerns among First Amendment advocates and lawmakers about transparency. While some officials refuse, others have signed NDAs with companies like Talen Energy and Amazon. In response, Pennsylvania lawmakers have introduced bills to curb the practice, and Governor Shapiro has issued an Executive Order prohibiting NDAs for data center projects moving forward.

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MicrosoftAmazonVantageQTS
8/25/2026
Loudoun County, Virginia, grapples with data center boom benefits and costs
News ClipThe Virginian-Pilot·Loudoun County, VA

Loudoun County, Virginia, grapples with data center boom benefits and costs

Loudoun County, Virginia, has become a global data center hub, generating significant tax revenue that funds public services and lowers residential property taxes. However, a growing backlash from residents and some officials highlights concerns about the rapid development's environmental impact, noise, power demands, and quality of life. The county recently changed its zoning policy and a moratorium has been proposed.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentelectricitymoratorium
AmazonMicrosoftGoogleVantage
8/24/2026
Oracle drops lawsuit challenging Wisconsin data center credit rules
News ClipMilwaukee Neighborhood News Service·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Oracle drops lawsuit challenging Wisconsin data center credit rules

Oracle voluntarily dropped its lawsuit challenging Wisconsin's utility regulator over new credit rating requirements for data center developers. These rules, intended to protect ratepayers from financial risks, now stand unchallenged and could serve as a blueprint for other areas. The Port Washington data center project, co-developed by Oracle, OpenAI, and Vantage, continues to face challenges, including delays in transmission line approvals.

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OracleOpenAIVantage
8/23/2026
Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.
News ClipThe Latrobe Bulletin·PA

Data center developers are pushing Pa. government officials to sign secrecy agreements. At least some are saying yes.

Data center developers in Pennsylvania are using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) with local and state officials, limiting transparency regarding new projects. This practice has raised concerns among officials and residents, leading to proposed state legislation to ban or disincentivize such agreements. Specific projects in Anthony, Kline, and Limerick Townships are cited as examples of this trend.

governmentzoningoppositionlegal
MicrosoftAmazonVantageQTS
8/20/2026
Port grapples with ‘crazy’ data center traffic
News ClipOzaukee Press·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Port grapples with ‘crazy’ data center traffic

Port Washington officials are addressing severe traffic congestion caused by the construction of Vantage Data Centers' Lighthouse Campus. Temporary traffic lights and road widening projects, funded by Vantage, are being implemented to alleviate the gridlock and safety concerns from residents. The project is expected to be completed in 2028.

oppositionenvironmentalgovernment
Vantage
8/19/2026
PJM Eyes Incentives for Data Centers to Supply Their Own Power
News ClipLoudounNow.com·Sterling, Loudoun County, VA

PJM Eyes Incentives for Data Centers to Supply Their Own Power

PJM Interconnection has proposed a new framework to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to address surging electricity demand, primarily from data centers. The "Interim Resource Adequacy Service" (IRAS) aims to incentivize new large-load customers to supply their own power or face demand reductions during peak grid strain. This initiative seeks to ensure grid reliability and manage future power needs.

electricitygovernment
Vantage
8/19/2026
Data Centers Become Major Issue In Key Ohio Senate Race
News Cliptippinsights·OH

Data Centers Become Major Issue In Key Ohio Senate Race

Data center development has become a central and politically charged issue in the Ohio Senate race between Democratic former Sen. Sherrod Brown and Republican Sen. Jon Husted. Republicans are concerned that growing public opposition could jeopardize their chances of retaining the seat, prompting calls for AI companies to highlight the economic benefits of data centers.

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NvidiaOpenAIMetaVantageQTS
8/19/2026
Wisconsin governor race: Candidates mostly agree on data center guardrails | FOX6 News Milwaukee
News Clip2:53FOX6 News Milwaukee·WI

Wisconsin governor race: Candidates mostly agree on data center guardrails | FOX6 News Milwaukee

The Wisconsin governor's race features surprising common ground between Democratic and Republican candidates, David Crowley and Tom Tiffany, on the need for data center guardrails. Both candidates agree on local control, banning non-disclosure agreements, and requiring data centers to pay for electrical grid upgrades. The issue is gaining prominence in campaign ads despite not being a top voter concern.

governmentmoratoriumelectricity
MicrosoftVantageOracleOpenAI
8/18/2026
Oregon City Council Votes to Send Data Center Charter Amendment to November Ballot
News Clip2:31WTOL11·Oregon, Lucas County, OH

Oregon City Council Votes to Send Data Center Charter Amendment to November Ballot

The Oregon City Council unanimously voted to place a charter amendment on the November ballot, allowing residents to vote on limiting data center power consumption to 25 megawatts. This action stems from a community petition organized by James Davis and aims to guide expectations and restrictions for data center projects. Vantage has been identified as a potential operator, and their proposed project could require up to 500 megawatts, highlighting the potential impact of the ballot measure.

zoningoppositionenvironmentalgovernmentelectricity
Vantage
8/18/2026
Oracle Drops Lawsuit Opposing Wisconsin Data Center Credit Rules
News ClipUrban Milwaukee·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Oracle Drops Lawsuit Opposing Wisconsin Data Center Credit Rules

Oracle has voluntarily dropped its lawsuit against Wisconsin's utility regulator, the Public Service Commission (PSC), over new credit rating requirements for data center developers. These rules require companies with lower credit ratings to post substantial collateral to cover electricity costs, intended to protect ratepayers from potential insolvency risks. The decision allows the PSC's credit rating standards, which Oracle had argued were overly stringent, to remain in place unchallenged.

legalelectricitygovernment
OracleOpenAIVantage
8/17/2026
Oracle drops lawsuit challenging Wisconsin data center credit rules
News ClipWisconsin Watch·Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI

Oracle drops lawsuit challenging Wisconsin data center credit rules

Oracle voluntarily dropped its lawsuit challenging Wisconsin's new credit rating requirements for data center developers. These rules, intended to protect We Energies customers from financial risks, now stand unchallenged. The requirements dictate that operators pay for new power plants to meet massive energy demands, such as those for the 1.3-gigawatt Port Washington data center.

legalgovernmentelectricity
OracleOpenAIVantage
8/17/2026
Rhode Island Towns Ban Data Centers, Face Legal Challenges
News ClipecoRI News·Smithfield, Providence County, RI

Rhode Island Towns Ban Data Centers, Face Legal Challenges

Smithfield, R.I., adopted an ordinance banning data centers after a proposal by Hanton City Investments LLC sparked environmental and utility concerns from residents. This has led to a legal battle between Hanton City and the town over the ordinance's effective date. The article also discusses broader legislative efforts in Rhode Island and the significant environmental impacts observed in Loudoun County, Virginia, a major data center hub.

zoningoppositionenvironmentallegalelectricitywatermoratorium
Vantage
8/13/2026
County planning hears housing plans, Vantage Data Center’s zone request today
News ClipCap City News·Cheyenne, Laramie County, WY

County planning hears housing plans, Vantage Data Center’s zone request today

The Laramie County Planning Commission is reviewing a request from Vantage Data Center to rezone 1,835 acres for its proposed "Project Latigo," a 480-megawatt data center campus in south Laramie County. The commission will vote on supporting the rezoning before it goes to the Laramie County Board of Commissioners. The project includes plans for on-site housing and addresses water and sewer infrastructure.

zoninggovernmentelectricitywaterannouncement
Vantage
8/13/2026
Abbott says two San Antonio data centers will comply with new standards
News ClipWOAI·San Antonio, Bexar County, TX

Abbott says two San Antonio data centers will comply with new standards

Governor Greg Abbott announced that Vantage, the company building two data centers with on-site natural gas power plants in San Antonio, will comply with new state standards. This announcement follows opposition from environmental groups and homeowners concerned about air pollution, who were preparing for a public hearing that was abruptly canceled. Opponents argue the new standards won't adequately protect them from pollution.

environmentalgovernmentelectricityopposition
Vantage
8/13/2026
Amazon’s new Texas data center campus could become nation’s largest polluter
News ClipSan Antonio Current·Pecos County, TX

Amazon’s new Texas data center campus could become nation’s largest polluter

Amazon's new data center campus, GW Ranch, in Pecos County, Texas, is projected to become the nation's largest polluter due to its planned 7.65-gigawatt natural gas power plant. This project raises concerns about Amazon's climate commitments and utilizes a strategy of on-site power generation, which critics argue is a loophole in state regulations encouraged by Gov. Greg Abbott. Other tech giants like Microsoft are also pursuing similar off-grid data center developments in the region.

environmentalelectricityannouncementgovernment
AmazonMicrosoftVantage
8/10/2026