Vineland Datacenter Noise Sparks Class-Action Lawsuit

TL;DR
Two Vineland residents filed a class-action alleging that a nearby 350MW DataOne datacenter emits persistent, low-frequency noise that constitutes a nuisance for homes up to a mile away, a case that underscores growing local opposition to datacenters; DataOne says it’s implementing sound-mitigation measures and engaging with the community, while experts warn on the long-standing challenges of noise regulation and potential health impacts.
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- Unlikely Winners of the Data Center Boom: Sound Consultants Bloomberg.com
- The booming business of quieting data centers Baton Rouge Business Report
- Community and environmental groups demand Microsoft cease operations at New Jersey AI data center after investigation alleges use of unpermitted polluting gas generators Stand.earth
- One of the East Coast’s largest data centers has been accused of ‘violating federal law’ Latitude Media
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