Data Centers, Riches and Rebellion in Big Tech’s Inland Empire | TechPolicy.Press

Ohio is experiencing a surge in data center development, promising economic growth but raising concerns among residents about environmental impacts, utility costs, and the adequacy of job creation. Communities are divided, with some local governments offering significant tax incentives to attract data centers while residents question the long-term benefits. The shift from industrial to tech-driven economies has sparked debates over land use, water resources, and public health, as the state navigates the complexities of balancing economic opportunity with community welfare.