Savannah Hosts Data Center Town Hall to Address Rapid Growth

Residents invited to discuss impacts and raise concerns with public officials and community advocates.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 7:55pm

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A highly detailed, glowing 3D illustration of a futuristic data center server rack, with neon cyan and magenta lights illuminating the complex hardware and cables, conceptually representing the scale and technological sophistication of modern data infrastructure.The rapid expansion of data centers in Georgia raises concerns among local communities about energy consumption, water usage, and environmental impacts.Savannah Today

Savannah is hosting a Data Center Town Hall this week, bringing together public officials, candidates, and community advocates to discuss the rapid growth of data centers across Georgia. The event will feature a moderated discussion with guided questions and an open Q&A session, as well as a supply drive for a local shelter. Organizers aim to give residents a chance to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation around the impacts of data center development in the region.

Why it matters

Data centers have been rapidly expanding in Georgia, raising concerns among local communities about issues like energy consumption, water usage, and potential environmental impacts. This town hall provides an opportunity for Savannah residents to directly engage with decision-makers and advocates to better understand the implications of this growth and have their voices heard.

The details

The Data Center Town Hall will take place on Wednesday, April 8th from 6-8 PM at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center in Savannah. Panelists will include Public Service Commissioner Peter Hubbard, PSC candidates Craig Cupid, Sheila Edwards and Angelia Pressley, Chatham County Commissioner Aaron 'Adot' Whitely, Chassidy Malloy with Georgia Conservation Voters, and activist Bill Wright. The discussion will be moderated by Katina Wheeler, founder of Discover Black Savannah. Attendees are encouraged to review background information on data center impacts ahead of time. The event will also feature a supply drive for Tharros Place, a local shelter for survivors of human trafficking.

  • The Data Center Town Hall is scheduled for Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 6-8 PM.
  • Attendees are encouraged to review background information on data center impacts prior to the event.

The players

Peter Hubbard

Public Service Commissioner.

Craig Cupid

Candidate for Public Service Commission.

Sheila Edwards

Candidate for Public Service Commission.

Angelia Pressley

Candidate for Public Service Commission.

Aaron 'Adot' Whitely

Chatham County Commissioner.

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What they’re saying

“The goal is to give residents a chance to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.”

— Organizers

What’s next

Residents interested in attending the Data Center Town Hall can apply to secure a spot, as space is limited.

The takeaway

This town hall provides an important platform for Savannah residents to engage directly with public officials and community advocates on the impacts of the rapid growth of data centers in Georgia, allowing them to voice their concerns and be part of the decision-making process.