LANSING, Mich. (WZMQ) – A new coalition made up of business leaders, utilities, labor unions, and researchers is launching to help Michigan communities evaluate the growing number of data center proposals across the state.

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -On Thursday, the Michigan Chamber of Commerce along with organizations announced a coalition called “Michigan for Responsible Data Centers.”

A new coalition aims to arm the public and policymakers with the facts on data center impacts as the industry seeks out local communities for expansion.

LANSING — Major business groups, utilities and trade unions are coming together to advocate for data centers, announcing a coalition whose goal is to provide fact-based information to communities considering projects in Michigan.

LANSING, Mich. — A new coalition of nonpartisan organizations and businesses launched Thursday to provide fact-based information about data centers to local cities and townships across Michigan.

Lansing, Mich. (WNEM) — Michigan communities and decision-makers will now have access to clear, accurate, fact-based information about data centers.

The creation of Michigan for Responsible Data Centers will ensure that data center development can strengthen Michigan’s economy and communities while protecting the state’s electric grid and natural resources. The coalition emphasizes that environmental stewardship must be central to responsible development, and the proven tools exist to achieve it when developers are held to clear, enforceable standards.