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Are data centers good for Ohio?

Nationwide Children's Data Center manager Josh Ferrewalks down an aisle lined with servers on April 2, 2026.
George Shillcock
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WOSU
Nationwide Children's Data Center manager Josh Ferrewalks down an aisle lined with servers on April 2, 2026.

More than 200 data centers are located across Ohio.

The rapid rate of data center expansion brings to the forefront a host of issues, from land use to power and water consumption to economic benefits.

Today, we’re talking about the pros and cons and how Ohio is addressing them, as rural residents and others mobilize in hopes of bringing the issue to voters.

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