Shasta County Debates Data Center Ban | Chico News

Chico News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 5, 2026 · 1m

A grassroots movement in Shasta County is rallying to ban data centers—even though none are planned there yet—fearing they’ll ruin the area’s natural beauty and outdoor appeal. With over 700 signatures already collected, the “No Data Centers Shasta County” group aims to present their case to supervisors. While data centers demand significant power and water, newer tech reduces that footprint—and proponents argue they bring jobs and revenue. Supervisor Matt Plummer prefers smart regulations over a blanket ban, noting current zoning lacks specific rules for data centers. The debate is heating…