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Data Center Boom in Alberta's Industrial Heartland | Calgary News
A massive new data center is set to rise in Sturgeon County, Alberta, near Highway 643 and 825 — transforming farmland into a tech powerhouse. Backed by Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, this $billions project will power Meta’s operations with a new natural gas turbine, create 1,000 construction jobs, and generate far more tax revenue than farming ever could. With minimal water use thanks to a closed-loop system and no tax breaks requested, groundwork begins later this year, with computers online by early 2029 — signaling a major economic leap for the region. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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