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New data center project announcements, expansions, and investment commitments across the United States. Data Center Signal is tracking 2,105 clips related to announcement across all 50 states.

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‘Hiding in plain site’: An AI-ready data center is coming to a Miami neighborhood
News ClipMiami Herald·Miami, Miami-Dade County, FL

‘Hiding in plain site’: An AI-ready data center is coming to a Miami neighborhood

Iron Mountain is building an "AI-ready" data center, named MIA-1, in Miami's Westview neighborhood, sparking significant concerns among local residents about its environmental impact and transparency. Residents are raising worries about potential increased utility rates and pollution, leading to skepticism despite the project being touted as an economic investment by local government bodies.

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Iron Mountain
4/22/2026
St. Louis data center wins approval as Mayor Spencer meets in London with top campaign donor
News ClipKSDK·St. Louis, St. Louis City County, MO

St. Louis data center wins approval as Mayor Spencer meets in London with top campaign donor

The St. Louis Board of Public Service unanimously approved the Armory Innovation Data Center project, converting a former Famous-Barr warehouse into a hyperscale AI data center. The decision came amid public opposition and scrutiny over Mayor Cara Spencer's dealings with a top campaign donor during a London trade mission. The agreement includes a $15.75 million community fund contribution and renewable energy requirements.

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4/22/2026
SMU hosts data center summit as AI reshapes jobs and skills needed to succeed
News Clipsmudailycampus.com·Dallas County, TX

SMU hosts data center summit as AI reshapes jobs and skills needed to succeed

SMU recently hosted a Data Centers Innovation and Next-Gen Workforce Summit to discuss the impact of AI on the data center industry and the skills needed for future jobs. Executives emphasized that AI changes job performance rather than eliminating roles, driving demand for AI-proficient talent. The event highlighted Dallas's potential as a data center hub and the need for universities to supply skilled workers to the rapidly growing North Texas data center sector.

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4/22/2026
PPL acknowledges expansion is based on proposed data center projects
News ClipScranton Times-Tribune·Archbald, Lackawanna County, PA

PPL acknowledges expansion is based on proposed data center projects

PPL Electric Utilities has confirmed that its planned infrastructure expansion in Archbald, Pennsylvania, including new power lines and substations, is driven by the presence of multiple proposed data center projects. Local residents and council members are actively opposing these developments, raising concerns about environmental, aesthetic, health, and economic impacts. PPL states it is committed to minimizing environmental impacts and working with landowners for easements.

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4/22/2026
Fort Bliss seeks public input on proposed data center deal in El Paso
News Clip1:47ARC El Paso ·El Paso County, TX

Fort Bliss seeks public input on proposed data center deal in El Paso

Fort Bliss is in early, conditional talks with an unnamed global investment firm to develop a data center on over 1,000 acres in El Paso. The proposed project could bring significant economic benefits but faces community concerns regarding water resources, air quality, and electricity costs. A public meeting has been scheduled to gather input before a final contract decision.

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4/22/2026
Meta confirmed as company behind Project Anthem amid resident concerns
News Clipfox23.com·Tulsa County, OK

Meta confirmed as company behind Project Anthem amid resident concerns

Meta has officially confirmed its involvement in Project Anthem, a new data center development in east Tulsa, Oklahoma, representing over a $1 billion investment. The announcement has been met with a protest by a group called "Stop Data Center Colonialism," raising concerns about water usage, power bills, and economic benefits. Meta is working to address these concerns through community partnerships and water-efficient design.

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Meta
4/22/2026
Gov. Stitt announces Meta behind Tulsa data center known as ‘Project Anthem’
News ClipNews On 6·Tulsa, Tulsa County, OK

Gov. Stitt announces Meta behind Tulsa data center known as ‘Project Anthem’

Meta announced a $1 billion data center, "Project Anthem," in Tulsa, Oklahoma, expected to create 100 full-time jobs. Governor Kevin Stitt highlighted the state's business-friendly environment, but residents voiced concerns about potential electric rate increases, noise pollution, and strain on local resources. Meta stated the facility would be self-sustaining and committed to building infrastructure to mitigate these impacts.

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Meta
4/21/2026
Sarcoxie data center meeting
News Clip0:45KOAM News Now·Sarcoxie, Jasper County, MO

Sarcoxie data center meeting

Jasper County residents are invited to a community meeting to discuss a proposed data center by Geronimo Power near Sarcoxie, Missouri. Neighbors have formed a Facebook group to organize opposition, arguing that data centers should be located where infrastructure already exists. Geronimo Power is seeking community input before making final decisions on the project.

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4/21/2026
Google plans for new data center in LaGrange
News Clip0:4611Alive·LaGrange, Troup County, GA

Google plans for new data center in LaGrange

Google has announced plans for a new data center in LaGrange, Troup County, Georgia, promising investments in local energy and environmental stewardship. The company will cover all power and infrastructure costs, and the project was unaffected by a previous data center moratorium that expired in March. Local officials have endorsed the project.

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Google
4/21/2026
Data center project near Armory gets final approval from city
News ClipSt. Louis American·St. Louis, St. Louis City County, MO

Data center project near Armory gets final approval from city

St. Louis officials have granted final approval for a controversial $3 billion data center project near the Armory, despite earlier requests by Mayor Cara Spencer to delay the vote and ongoing community opposition. The conditional use permit includes new conditions aimed at minimizing environmental impact and ensuring community benefits. The city is also considering a new zoning framework for data centers.

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4/21/2026
‘That’s a game changer’: LaGrange excited to be the site of a Google data center
News ClipWSB-TV·LaGrange, Troup County, GA

‘That’s a game changer’: LaGrange excited to be the site of a Google data center

Google has announced plans to build its second data center in Georgia, located in LaGrange. City officials anticipate this development will significantly boost local utility revenue, potentially funding public services and lowering energy prices. The project will leverage existing infrastructure and addresses concerns about water and electricity usage, with Google committing to energy efficiency and water replenishment.

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Google
4/21/2026
META TO TULSA: Data center planned for east Tulsa supports Meta
News Clip1:39KJRH -TV | Tulsa | Channel 2·Tulsa, Tulsa County, OK

META TO TULSA: Data center planned for east Tulsa supports Meta

Meta is investing $1 billion in a new data center in east Tulsa, Oklahoma, previously known as Project Anthem. Governor Kevin Stitt announced the project, which is expected to create hundreds of construction jobs and at least 100 full-time operational jobs. Concerns regarding environmental impacts, electricity, and water usage were also noted, with opposition already present.

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Meta
4/21/2026
Public meeting scheduled for San Angelo data center proposal
News Clip1:11KLST-TV|KSAN-TV|ConchoValleyHomepage.com·San Angelo, Tom Green County, TX

Public meeting scheduled for San Angelo data center proposal

The San Angelo City Council held discussions regarding a proposed data center in the PaulAnn district and has scheduled a public meeting for further review. The meeting will include a presentation on zoning ordinances and provide an opportunity for the public to ask questions of the developer, Skybox Emergent.

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4/21/2026
Editorial: New rules could affect region's data center plans
News Clipherald-dispatch.com·Point Pleasant, Mason County, WV

Editorial: New rules could affect region's data center plans

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is developing new rules by June 30 to manage the integration of large electrical loads from data centers into the national power grid. This editorial highlights how these proposed federal regulations could impact planned data center projects in West Virginia and Ohio, including Google's potential facility and Nscale's Monarch Compute Campus, which has already begun site work. The article emphasizes the significant electricity demand of data centers and their potential strain on the grid.

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Google
4/21/2026
Dallas-Based CBRE Partners With Meta on Training Fiber Technicians to Build Meta’s U.S. Data Centers
News ClipDallas Innovates·Dallas, Dallas County, TX

Dallas-Based CBRE Partners With Meta on Training Fiber Technicians to Build Meta’s U.S. Data Centers

Dallas-based CBRE has partnered with Meta Platforms, Inc. to launch a multi-year recruiting and training program called LevelUp. This initiative aims to train thousands of fiber technicians to build and maintain Meta's data centers across the U.S. The program seeks to address a skilled workforce shortage and create career opportunities.

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Meta
4/21/2026
Meta to invest over $1B in new data center in Tulsa
News ClipBreakingthenews.net·Tulsa, Tulsa County, OK

Meta to invest over $1B in new data center in Tulsa

Meta Platforms Inc. announced it is investing over $1 billion to construct a new artificial intelligence data center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The tech giant is breaking ground on this significant project in the region.

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Meta
4/21/2026