North Dakota officials say data center concerns fueled by misinformation

By: Jacob Orledge

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: June 3, 2026

Words: 975

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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The drumbeat of support for data centers is growing louder in North Dakota state government, even as a rising tide of opposition and concerns about the facilities plays out at the local level.

Local opponents of data center projects have cited a wide ranging list of concerns. These have included noise and light pollution in rural areas, disruptions to wildlife and hunting, water use and health concerns. The concerns aren’t limited to the communities …

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