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Tech billionaires are trying to build giant data centers across Minnesota. Their plans—if not well regulated—could pollute our water, drain aquifers, increase climate emissions, raise electric bills, subject neighbors to air, noise and light pollution, strain the state budget, and force cuts to services people rely on. That’s why common sense measures that protect communities are urgently needed.
What is the North Star Chapter doing?
Together with our allies in the environmental movement, Indigenous communities, and local communities affected by data centers, we are pushing for statewide measures that will stop tech bros from endangering Minnesota communities, will protect ratepayers and vulnerable populations, will safeguard water, and protect our environment.
Check out our coalition website here: https://mndatacentervoter.org/
What can you do?
During this election season, you will be approached by candidates who want your vote. You can ask them the following question:
More than 15 hyperscale data centers have been proposed in Minnesota. What will you do to protect Minnesota communities, and our shared environment from the negative impacts of hyperscale data centers?
This lets them know that you care about the issue, and puts it on their radar for future consideration. More questions for candidates here: https://mndatacentervoter.org/#questions
Do you want more info?
- Check out our coalition website here: https://mndatacentervoter.org/
- And stay informed and ready for action by signing up here.
- Look here for more information about local community action