BEHIND THE CLOUD | What are Data Centers? Why should cities care?

Part 1 of a 5-part, web-based learning series designed to help communities understand the impacts of hyperscale data center development, evaluate data center proposals with confidence, protect ratepayers, and negotiate fairer deals. These direct, practical sessions are designed for non-technical city leadership, sustainability teams, economic development offices, and staff from across city departments.

Big tech promises big investment, but what do hyperscale data centers really mean for your city?

In Session 1, we break down scale, jobs, utilities, and incentives so you can evaluate proposals with confidence and ask smarter questions.