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Minnesota's first hyperscale data center nearing completion in Rosemount
The 280-acre campus was once called Project Bigfoot, and city officials say it is set to finish later this summer.
- A nearly completed Meta data center stands at UMore Park in Rosemount, about 16 miles south of St. Paul, spanning 280 acres and 715,000 square feet. The facility is set to finish later this summer.
- Originally concealed under the code name 'Project Bigfoot,' the development prompted significant land acquisitions about five years ago. Pastor Christopher Horton of St. John's Lutheran Church declined to sell, while neighbors sold their properties.
- Drew Johnson, Oppidan's senior vice president of development, said water is a 'very efficient cooling tool' for data centers. Kevin Coss, Xcel Energy spokesperson, noted data centers cover infrastructure upgrade costs rather than burdening existing customers.
- Community Development Director Adam Kienberger stated the site follows all local requirements and has been professionally managed. Horton observed a 'mix' of community members opposed to the data center and others indifferent.
- City Administrator Bill Schimmel noted data centers are integral to modern life, powering GPS, medical records, and smart devices across the United States. Minnesota hosts several such facilities, positioning the state within a growing national infrastructure trend.
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Minnesota's first hyperscale data center nearing completion in Rosemount
With Minnesota's first hyperscale data center close to completion, nearby residents share thoughts while communities across the state debate what comes next.
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