data centers

2025 is wrapping up, and one of the primary issues raised over the past year is the proliferation and impacts of data centers. In 2026, we're likely to see some of these centers move toward becoming operational. Weighing economic benefit against potential environmental harm will continue, and there will be more vocal support and outrage for each proposed center. WEMU's David Fair got together with Washtenaw County Resiliency Office Director Beth Gibbons to try and compute the impact of data centers in Washtenaw County.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says she still has many questions regarding the Michigan Public Service Commission approving DTE’s deal to power the Saline Township data center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

State Representative Reggie Miller wants to put an end to local officials signing non-disclosure agreements when discussing potential business developments. As WEMU's Kevin Meerschaert reports, she’s introduced legislation to ban the practice.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy held a virtual public hearing Thursday night regarding the proposed 250-acre Saline Township data center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Michigan energy regulators conditionally OK’d a plan to power a massive data center project during a meeting Thursday. Colin Jackson has more.

The University of Michigan has agreed to hold a public meeting in Ypsilanti Township regarding its proposed computing facility. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Many residents in Van Buren Township are making it clear they oppose a new data center at Haggerty and I-275. But, as WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, it may be very difficult to stop.

Several state lawmakers are looking to rescind a $100 million allocation to the University of Michigan for its proposed Ypsilanti Township facility. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

A big crowd packed into the Van Buren Township Hall Thursday night looking for answers on a proposed data center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

A big crowd is expected tonight as officials release details of what many expect to be a proposed data center in Van Buren Township. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.