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Catawba County Stands Firm on Microsoft Data Centers
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- Jun 24, 2026
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- 114
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Catawba County is doubling down on its $1 billion Microsoft data center deal, arguing it’s a smart, sustainable boost to their economy — unlike other regions hitting pause over water and power concerns. With four new facilities set to roll out, the county sees this as a natural fit for their fiber optic legacy, creating high-paying jobs without overburdening schools, traffic, or emergency services. Microsoft’s tech-driven cooling systems will use less than 1% of local water capacity and even replenish more than they consume. Catawba’s leaders say this isn’t just another big development — it’s a responsible, infrastructure-savvy investment that funds roads, parks, and community needs — and they won’t chase projects that strain their limits. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4a3bfff582d6cce2