Data Center Plans Spark Controversy in Archbald, Pennsylvania, Dividing Community
In Archbald, Pennsylvania, a small town of 7,000 residents, plans to build multiple data centers have sparked significant controversy. Developers aim to construct six data center campuses, each housing 51 data warehouses, covering approximately 14% of the town's land. This proposal has led to a community divide, with many residents, led by the Archbald Neighborhood Association, opposing the development due to concerns over environmental and social impacts. The opposition has been vocal at local government meetings, and several city council and planning board members have resigned, citing safety concerns. The data centers are planned near the Susquehanna–Roseland power line, an area with ample water resources and open land, making it attractive for such developments. However, residents fear the loss of green space, increased pollution, and decreased property values. 
