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Michigan Officials Launch Community Process for $10B Data Center

By Drooid · Oct 29, 2026 · How we work

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U.S. officials in Michigan announced a community-engagement process for a proposed $10 billion data center in Delhi Charter Township.
Delhi Charter Township imposed a 12-month data-center moratorium that expires in April 2027.
Lighthouse Sustainability pledged roughly $20 million for a community-benefits fund and clean-energy power.
Lighthouse expects about 1,000 temporary construction jobs and 100 permanent jobs.
The plan requires 100% clean energy with rooftop solar partnerships and on-site battery storage.

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U.S. officials in Michigan announced a community-engagement process for a proposed $10 billion data center in Delhi Charter Township.
Delhi Charter Township imposed a 12-month data-center moratorium that expires in April 2027.
Lighthouse Sustainability pledged roughly $20 million for a community-benefits fund and clean-energy power.
Lighthouse expects about 1,000 temporary construction jobs and 100 permanent jobs.
The plan requires 100% clean energy with rooftop solar partnerships and on-site battery storage.