Walbridge
Coverage of Walbridge in the Nexus archive.
- Michigan Data Centers: The Weekly Download
Michigan is experiencing various developments in data center projects, including collaborations between Eco Wave Power and universities on wave-powered data centers, a marijuana company offering its facility for redevelopment, and opposition from residents in multiple townships. The Michigan Attorney General has also called for additional safeguards regarding a proposed data center powered by DTE Energy and Google.
- Mackinac panelists pitch data centers as ‘golden tickets’ – environmental advocates remain skeptical
Panelists at the Mackinac Policy Conference argued data centers could boost Michigan’s economy and transition to clean energy, while environmental concerns about energy use and water depletion persist. Proponents highlighted tax revenue and infrastructure benefits, citing a 2024 law offering tax exemptions for data centers meeting green energy standards.