Fort Meade Residents Oppose Proposed 4-Building Data Center Project
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Residents of Fort Meade, Florida, voiced strong opposition to a proposed data center project involving four large buildings during a public forum, citing concerns over high water and power consumption amid drought conditions. Despite the developers' promise of 50 high-paying jobs and assurances of compliance with regulations, community members remained skeptical and questioned the project's specifics. The identity of the operating company and the data center's intended use have yet to be revealed.

Jan 30, 2026, 6:41 PM