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Data centers in Minnesota

Giant data centers face a growing backlash around Minnesota. Some residents argue they will destroy their quality of life, ruin property values and harm the environment. But many cities are still competing for the promise of massive economic investments and property tax revenue. MPR News reporters shed light on the debate dividing Minnesota communities.

What to know about data centers in Minnesota

What to know about data centers in Minnesota

Mega data centers are being proposed across Minnesota. But they use a lot of water and electricity. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and her guests talk about why these projects are creating so much debate and what you need to know.
by Catharine Richert and Bianca Caputo

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Lawsuit challenges Pine Island’s scrutiny of data center

Lawsuit challenges Pine Island’s scrutiny of data center

The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy argues the city’s review lacks basic details, including potential impacts of its water and energy use. MCEA has also recently challenged reviews of data centers in Lakeville, North Mankato and Faribault.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Water-guzzling data centers spark worries for Minnesota’s groundwater

Water-guzzling data centers spark worries for Minnesota’s groundwater

A single large data center can use millions of gallons of water a day, as much as thousands of homes. But pinpointing exactly how many are being built and how much water they’ll use can be a challenge, even for state regulators.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Data centers spark opposition from residents, concerns over energy use

Data centers spark opposition from residents, concerns over energy use

Tract, a development company based in Colorado, is proposing to build the $5 billion project for an undisclosed company, one of several data centers under construction or planned in Minnesota.
by Kirsti Marohn

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