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Pennsylvania's Data Center Boom Sparks Job Growth, Sustainability Concerns

6/7/2025

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Pennsylvania is witnessing a data center revolution, boasting 88 active facilities, especially in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. A transformative $10 billion project in Homer City plans to repurpose a coal plant into a cutting-edge data center, promising 1,000 new jobs. Yet, the surge raises urgent questions about energy use, water consumption, and environmental sustainability that demand thoughtful solutions.

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Story summary

Pennsylvania is witnessing a data center revolution, boasting 88 active facilities, especially in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. A transformative $10 billion project in Homer City plans to repurpose a coal plant into a cutting-edge data center, promising 1,000 new jobs. Yet, the surge raises urgent questions about energy use, water consumption, and environmental sustainability that demand thoughtful solutions.