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A data center is being proposed in your community. Now what? ADIC provides factual, plain-English resources to help residents understand proposed projects, ask the right questions, and engage effectively in public processes.
Overview
WHY THIS MATTERS
Digital infrastructure development is happening in communities across America. Whether a project has been announced, is under review, or is already under construction, residents deserve clear, factual information about what is being proposed, how it could affect their community, and how they can participate in the public process. ADIC exists to provide that information — without spin, without fear-mongering, and without dismissing legitimate concerns.
ADIC is building a network of informed community members who want factual information about digital infrastructure. By joining our community network, you receive updates about proposed projects, policy developments, and public meeting opportunities in your area.
What We Cover
KEY TOPICS
The issues ADIC tracks and provides resources on for community members.
Understanding Megawatts (MW)
What does a 500 MW data center actually mean for power demand? Learn how capacity is measured and what it means for your community.
Water Use & Cooling
How data center cooling works, why water consumption varies dramatically by facility design, and what questions to ask about water.
Economic Impact Claims
How to evaluate developer claims about jobs, tax revenue, and economic benefits — and what questions to ask to verify them.
Noise & Land Use
What data centers sound like, how they use land, and what standards communities can request.
Tax Incentives
Understanding PILOT agreements, tax abatements, and how communities negotiate with developers.
Public Approval Process
How zoning, permitting, and public hearings work — and how to participate effectively.
Resources
RESOURCES FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Access ADIC's resources designed to support your work.
Community Toolkit
A plain-English guide for residents facing a proposed data center project — questions to ask, documents to request, and how public approval works.
Issue Analyses
In-depth, sourced analysis of the questions communities are asking about data centers — electricity rates, water use, jobs, noise, land use, and more.
Project Database
Search proposed and operating data center projects across the United States by state, status, developer, and capacity.
Fact Check Library
Evidence-based fact checks on common claims about data centers — what the evidence shows, what varies, and why it matters.
Submit a Question
Have a question or concern about a project in your community? Submit it to ADIC for research and response.
Power Consumption Calculator
Interactive tool to estimate the energy footprint of a data center project and understand what the numbers mean in real-world terms.
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ADIC brings together the organizations building, powering and supporting America's digital infrastructure. Members help shape the Coalition's priorities, participate in industry working groups, and contribute expertise to public education initiatives.
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