Responding to Data Center Development: Emerging Insights for Communities

The goal of this webinar is to share learnings and connect diverse stakeholders interested in how local communities are experiencing and responding to data center development and other large projects.

Panelists from the UVA Weldon Cooper Center share data on the proliferation of data centers in the Great Lakes Region, including energy demand, use, and forecasts; economic impact of data center growth; and state/local policy recommendations.

The Joyce Foundation and Fresh Coast Climate Solutions share case studies and some emerging better practices regarding data center development, legislation, and technology.

Ohio’s new clean energy legislation signals an important shift and new momentum for affordability, reliability and independence, and facilitates accountability, potential business opportunities, and strengthens consumer protections. 

The Joyce Foundation and Fresh Coast Climate Solutions explored the rapid growth of data centers in the Great Lakes region, highlighting emerging trends and policy considerations to balance economic opportunities with environmental and social impacts.

In mourning the tragic loss of Rep. Melissa Hortman, we honor her leadership on climate and gun violence prevention work. A longtime partner of Joyce and our grantees, she championed evidence-based policy to advance equity and safety for all Minnesotans.

Joyce's Marisol Becerra discusses clean energy goals in the Great Lakes region. While nuclear power is gaining traction, high costs and environmental risks persist. Renewables and grid upgrades remain the most viable long-term solution.

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Crain's Chicago Business

We’re thrilled to announce that Preeti Shankar has joined the Joyce Foundation as our Environment Program Officer, overseeing grants in the Great Lakes and Drinking Water portfolio.