Key Takeaway
The investment aims to enhance public services and community development, improving residents’ quality of life. A partnership with Vantage will focus on developing 500 of the 672 acres while preserving the natural environment. This includes planting over 2,000 native trees, creating sound mitigation features, and protecting wetlands. Vantage is also pursuing LEED certification to ensure sustainable building practices. Dana Adams, President of North America at Vantage Data Centers, emphasizes the importance of this investment in meeting the growing demand for data centers in the upper Midwest, positioning the region as a strategic market.
He states, “This investment will enable us to further enhance public services and community development, improving the quality of life for our residents. We are proud to form this partnership with Vantage and look forward to collaborating closely with their team to advance this development while benefiting our city.”
Biodiversity is a key aspect of the campus design. Out of the total 672 acres, 500 are being developed, while the surrounding natural environment is preserved.
This initiative includes planting over 2,000 native trees, creating a planted berm for sound mitigation, and protecting existing wetlands.
Vantage is also seeking Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, underscoring its commitment to sustainable building practices.
Dana Adams, President of North America at Vantage Data Centers, emphasizes that this investment strengthens Vantage’s role as a responsible neighbor.
“As demand for data centers grows beyond traditional hubs, the upper Midwest has emerged as a vital and strategic market for Vantage Data Centers and our customers,” she remarks.
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