Alvin officials are pumping the brakes on new data center projects because they're worried about the strain these massive facilities put on our local power grid and water supply. They want to make sure these tech hubs don't end up ruining the vibe or the resources of our neighborhoods.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before.
Data centers may impact local property tax appraisals and water utility costs.
Data center developers and technology corporations.
Local residents, farmers, and property owners near proposed sites.
A controversial data center project in East Texas is no longer moving forward after the company said it wouldn’t be able to comply with Gov. Greg Abbott’s development standards.
Brazoria County passes resolution outlining requirements for future data centers Houston Public Media
Residents are worried that massive data centers are draining water, causing noise, and threatening property values. They want the county to have more power to say 'no' to these projects.
Alvin, Brazoria County leaders propose resolutions to oppose data centers ABC13 Houston
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