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Butte County Prepares for AI Data Center Debate | Chico News
Butte County is gearing up to discuss AI data centers—despite no actual proposals having been received—sparking online debate over potential environmental impacts and economic benefits. Rumors about existing AI facilities in Chico were debunked; those buildings house a battery company instead. Officials are exploring water-saving tech like closed-loop cooling and note zoning laws currently block such projects in unincorporated areas. The goal? To prepare for future possibilities while weighing water use, revenue potential, and community concerns ahead of Wednesday’s public meeting. Listen in…
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