Community Event - Proposed Data Center

The Augusta, Georgia Government held a community meeting on February 12, 2026, to discuss the proposed development of a large data center by QTS. The meeting aimed to inform residents about the project, address concerns related to environmental impact, water and power usage, noise, traffic, and property values, and clarify the approval and permitting process. QTS representatives detailed the project's scope, including six data center buildings, construction timelines, workforce development plans, and sustainability efforts. City officials explained the rezoning history, permitting stages, and regulatory compliance requirements, emphasizing that the project is still under review and not yet fully approved. Residents expressed concerns about transparency, community engagement, environmental and health impacts, and the effect on local real estate. The meeting concluded with commitments to ongoing community engagement, a dedicated project website for questions and updates, and plans for future meetings to continue dialogue and address outstanding issues.