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Thousands offered $10,000 each as Hazle Township data center faces local opposition

A developer offered $10,000 per household to gain support for a proposed data center in Hazle Township, but many residents say the payment won’t sway their concerns.

Published Sep 29, 2026, 11:49 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

A major developer is offering thousands of Pennsylvania families $10,000 each if a proposed data center moves forward, but many residents say the money is not enough to win their support. The debate in Hazle Township highlights a growing national fight over large data centers, many of which are being built to support artificial intelligence technology, Wall Street Journal reported.