Data Center Atlas Intelligence LayerSignals are concise, sourced changes captured as data-center projects, power, policy, and local conditions evolve across the Great Lakes.
Regulatory
City of Columbus · Franklin County
Columbus advances large-load water and power guardrails
What changed
Columbus leaders introduced a policy package covering large-load utility pricing, water conservation and disclosure, behind-the-meter generation, renewable-energy expectations, and decommissioning plans. The measures remain proposals rather than a blanket ban.
Changed Sep 17, 2026 96% confidence 1 public source
Why it matters
The package directly affects infrastructure cost allocation and site design in Ohio's largest data-center market.
Watch next
Council votes · final rate design · geographic scope · implementation dates