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- Arizona regulators approved a private energy agreement tied to a large data center near Tucson.
- The Attorney General is seeking a rehearing, citing constitutional and ratepayer concerns.
- Separate data center projects are advancing in Marana under newly adopted local rules.
- Water use, energy demand, and long-term costs remain central issues for Southern Arizona.
Monday, January 12, 2025 — Large-scale data centers are moving forward across Southern Arizona, driven by demand for cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and high-capacity digital infrastructure. While supporters point to job creation and tax revenue, state and local officials are now grappling with questions about electricity rates, water use, and regulatory oversight.
Two major projects dominate the current discussion. One is
, a hyperscale data center planned east of Tucson in Pima County. The other involves…