Constructing a data center requires a substantial financial commitment. On average, companies spend between $7 million and $12 million per megawatt of power capacity. According to McKinsey & Company, global capital expenditures on data center infrastructure could reach nearly $7 trillion by 2030, with about 70 percent of that demand driven by hyperscalers. Given these figures, understanding how to maximize returns through federal tax incentives and depreciation benefits is es

As data centers grow larger and more energy-intensive, their thirst for water increases, putting nearby communities at risk of shortages. This post explores how data centers use water, why it matters, and what can be done to reduce their impact on precious freshwater resources. Data center cooling system drawing water from local sources Why Data Centers Need So Much Water Data centers house thousands of servers that generate enormous heat while processing data. To keep these

Logan County is considering a significant change to its zoning laws that could reshape the use of agricultural land in the region. Inspired by Sangamon County’s approach, the county is looking at allowing data centers to operate in agricultural zones through conditional use permits. This move would avoid the need to reclassify land from agricultural to industrial, potentially speeding up development while raising questions about land use and local impact. What Is Being Propos

Indianapolis faces a complex challenge as a major tech company plans to build a massive data center campus in Franklin Township. The project, covering nearly 468 acres—about the size of 350 football fields, "promises economic growth" and technological advancement. Yet it also raises serious questions about environmental impact, community health, and government transparency. One City-County Council member has found himself at the center of this debate after signing a non-discl

The ACE Basin in South Carolina stands as one of the most significant conservation areas on the Atlantic Coast. Spanning 1.7 million acres around the Ashepoo, Combahee, and Edisto rivers, this region has preserved its natural wetlands, diverse wildlife, and rural character for nearly 40 years. Now, a new threat looms: a proposed data center development that could transform 859 acres of this protected land into one of the largest data center complexes in the United States. Thi

A Georgia state lawmaker has introduced a bill that would halt the construction of new data centers across the state until March 2027. This proposal marks the first statewide moratorium of its kind in the United States. The move has sparked significant discussion among policymakers, industry experts, environmental advocates, and local communities. This blog post explores the reasons behind the bill, its potential impacts, and what it means for Georgia’s future. Georgia data c

Missouri is taking a significant step that could reshape the future of solar energy in the state. Senate Bill 849 (SB 849) introduces a moratorium on the construction of new solar projects and suspends ongoing ones until the end of 2027. This pause is tied to the development of environmental regulations by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The bill has sparked debate among energy developers, environmental advocates, and policymakers about its impact on Misso

The Missouri Senate emergency clause is a legislative tool that allows certain bills to take effect immediately after the governor signs them, bypassing the usual 90-day waiting period. This mechanism plays a crucial role in enabling swift government action on urgent matters. Recent changes to Senate rules have altered how emergency clauses are debated and approved, making the process more efficient. This post explores how the emergency clause works, the recent rule modificat

Senate Bill 849 (SB 849), sponsored by Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, proposes an immediate moratorium on all new and ongoing commercial-scale solar projects across the state. This bill, which passed a key committee on February 10, 2026, includes an emergency clause that could make the moratorium effective as soon as the governor signs it into law. PLEASE SUPPORT MISSOURI SENATE BILL 849 Solar farm in Missouri facing uncertainty due to proposed moratorium What Sen