Data Centers That Power and Build | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Oklo and Centrus Energy are powering Meta’s Ohio data centers with clean nuclear energy, bringing jobs back to Pike County after a long industrial decline. While critics worry soaring electricity demands will hike bills, the real issue is an aging grid and rising demand from electrification and manufacturing. The key? “Maker” data centers that generate their own power and feed surplus back into the grid — stabilizing supply and potentially lowering costs. Plus, they create lasting, skilled careers in operations and tech, offering real economic revitalization for communities and positioning…