Nashvillians wait five hours, boo DC Blox lawyer, and demand no new data centers

Thursday’s fight over data centers in Nashville, Tennessee, ended with a forceful show of opposition after residents braved the summer heat and hours of standing.

By the time the Metropolitan Planning Commission wrapped its lengthy meeting, the packed room had settled on a clear stance. Residents do not want additional data center projects advancing without tighter limits.

What happened?

The Nashville Banner reported that more than 150 people spoke during the nearly six-hour meeting, and many waited up to five hours for a two-minute turn at the mic.

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