Questions over data centers get regional attention and research

Regional Attention on Data Centers

Questions over data centers have sparked regional attention and research, particularly in the St. Louis region.

The East-West Gateway Council of Governments has initiated research on the topic, aiming to provide an informational resource amidst proposals for large-scale data center developments.

Research and Findings

At a recent board of directors meeting, agency staff presented their compiled research and launched a new website to make the information easily accessible.

so much of the controversy revolves around hyperscalers

John Posey, director of research services, primarily discussed "hyperscale" data centers used by big tech firms like Meta, Google, and OpenAI.

Key Players Involved

Author's summary: Research on data centers sparks regional attention.

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St. Louis Magazine St. Louis Magazine — 2025-10-30

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