Montana’s data center boom: A crossroads for energy, economy, and common sense

Montana’s data center boom: A crossroads for energy, economy, and common sense

By Max Scheder-Bieschin GUEST COLUMNIST Data centers can bring real benefits to a community. They can create construction and technical jobs and attract supporting businesses—from fiber infrastructure to maintenance and cooling services. When structured thoughtfully, they can diversify Montana’s economy with long-term private investment. That said, across the country, data centers are driving electricity demand