Battle over data centers in Illinois pits consumer costs vs. state competitiveness – Capitol News IL

Illinois consumers blame data centers — which often receive generous tax incentives in Illinois — for straining the grid and driving up prices, and they want relief. But companies that operate the centers are seeking ways to build more quickly and pushing for looser regulation, arguing the centers are key to the state’s economic future.
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Deb
3 months ago

Il residents should not foot the bill for increased utility usage caused by data centers. The data centers should be responsible for the costs.

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