# Meta Abandons Olds Data Center | Edmonton News

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Podcast: [Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596100)
Published: 2026-07-12T16:18:39+00:00
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Meta’s $13 billion data center dream in Olds, Alberta, fizzled out in 2026 after the company ghosted regulators, leaving critical engineering questions unanswered and the permit process abandoned. While the town still hopes for responsible tech development, no land was bought and no construction began. Now, Meta may pivot to Sturgeon County — a more industrial, rural area with fewer residential concerns — signaling a shift in where big tech chooses to build its next giant. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/84d2c63df3b22ba9

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