Do Data Centers Benefit Places They’re Built? Mayors Give Mixed Reviews

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How do data centers benefit the places where they’re built? Local mayors give mixed reviews

Some Illinois mayors say data centers have worked miracles in their towns while others question whether the benefits overcome the downsides — and whether the benefits are as good as advertised.

How do data centers benefit the places where they're built? Local mayors give mixed reviews

Lawmakers currently are debating how to regulate data centers while balancing that goal with the economic benefits the facilities can bring to communities. No regulations have moved beyond the discussion stage, and it’s unclear whether they’ll pass this spring. The most significant economic development data centers bring come from property taxes, construction job creation and community developments.

Do data centers benefit places they’re built? Mayors give mixed reviews

Illinois lawmakers are debating how to regulate data centers while balancing that goal with the economic benefits the facilities can bring to communities.