MEDA Webinar: Data Centers and Communities -- Dispelling Myths and Unveiling Economic Impact

Speakers will dispel myths, bring forward credible data, and clearly explain the true energy & economic impacts of data centers.

Key Points:
Emerging landscape of data centers and AI
What it means for energy demand, electric rates, and reliability
Economic impact of data centers on Michigan communities, including jobs, capital investment, and local tax revenue
Common myths and misconceptions surrounding data centers

Data centers are becoming an increasingly visible part of Michigan's economic and energy landscape -- but public conversation often includes misconceptions, incomplete information, and unanswered questions.  Join Lindsey McGuirk (Consumers Energy) and Tyler Theile (Anderson Economic Group) for a fact-based, transparent discussion on what data center growth really means for Michigan communities.

This session is designed to dispel myths, bring forward credible data, and clearly explain the true energy and economic impact of data centers -- from job creation and private investment to long-term tax revenue and local community benefits.  Drawing on independent economic analysis and real-world Michigan examples, the speakers will break down how data center projects can support community development while being thoughtfully planned alongside energy infrastructure investments.

**This webinar will not be recorded.