Data Centers and Local Considerations: Register for the Next Lakeside Chat Feb. 26, 10am-11am
Join GreenStep for the next Lakeside Chat that will be focused on local, city decision making considerations for data center proposals. Register here.
The following speakers will be presenting and there will be time to answer your questions:
Catherine Neuschler, Environmental Quality Board Director will provide an overview of the outcomes of the last state legislative session. She will also cover what Environmental Review is and when it can be used.
James Kramvik, City of Brainerd Community Development Director will share details about cryptocurrency mining and why the city of Brainerd adopted a data center ordinance.
Elise Harrington, University of Minnesota Humphrey School Assistant Professor is conducting research about local data center decision making. She will share examples of what other communities in other states have considered in regards to decision making, ordinances, and other tools used. The examples she will share are from other states and the future of this project as a resource for Minnesota communities.