Indiana is seeing a rise in data centers, with 56 currently in the state, 23 of which are in Indianapolis. Recently, two proposed data center projects in Franklin Township and Pittsboro have sparked concerns among residents. In Franklin Township, a nearly 500-acre data center project is in the early stages of rezoning, with residents expressing worries about environmental changes and community benefits. In Pittsboro, a plan to rezone over 600 acres for a Vantage Data Centers project has been approved, leading to concerns about noise pollution and strain on local resources.
Despite concerns, the Pittsboro project aims to minimize water usage and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Experts emphasize the importance of eco-friendly cooling solutions in data centers to reduce their impact on the environment. In Franklin Township, residents are planning meetings to discuss their concerns and get their questions answered as the project moves through the rezoning process.
While data centers are essential for AI and data storage, experts warn about their environmental consequences and stress the need for a thoughtful approach to their implementation in communities. Residents and local officials continue to review and address concerns surrounding the development of data centers in central Indiana.
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