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Harwood Today
By the People, for the People
Applied Digital Eyes Potential North Dakota Expansion
Company CEO discusses lessons learned and future plans for growth in the state.
Mar. 17, 2026 at 1:31am
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Applied Digital, a company focused on artificial intelligence, is continuing work on a new site in Harwood, North Dakota, after previously building a facility in Ellendale. CEO Wes Cummins discussed the lessons learned from the Ellendale project that are being applied to the Harwood construction, as well as the company's future expansion plans in North Dakota, including potential locations north of Bismarck and in the Bakken region.
Why it matters
Applied Digital's expansion in North Dakota highlights the state's growing appeal as a hub for technology and innovation, particularly in the artificial intelligence and data center sectors. The company's plans to leverage North Dakota's energy resources also demonstrate how businesses are seeking to integrate renewable and sustainable energy sources into their operations.
The details
Cummins said the company has enhanced its construction process based on lessons learned from the Ellendale project, allowing Applied Digital to better compete in the 'fast-moving' AI market. The company broke ground on the Harwood site in September 2026 and is also considering a third facility north of Bismarck, as well as a potential project in the Bakken region to develop new generation resources from the area's natural gas.
- Applied Digital broke ground on the Harwood, North Dakota site in September 2026.
- The company previously built a facility in Ellendale, North Dakota, over the last couple of years.
The players
Wes Cummins
CEO of Applied Digital, the company expanding its artificial intelligence operations in North Dakota.
Scott Hennen
Host of 'The Flag' radio show, where Cummins was interviewed about Applied Digital's North Dakota plans.
What they’re saying
“We spent time, the last couple of years, where we built our first facility in Ellendale, and we really enhanced the way we do construction.”
— Wes Cummins, CEO, Applied Digital
“We have a potential location, north of Bismarck, that we'd love to develop.”
— Wes Cummins, CEO, Applied Digital
“We would like to develop new generation resources off of the Bakken gas, the TrapNet gas, in the Bakken field.”
— Wes Cummins, CEO, Applied Digital
What’s next
Applied Digital plans to continue its expansion in North Dakota, with potential new facilities north of Bismarck and in the Bakken region to leverage the state's energy resources.
The takeaway
Applied Digital's growing presence in North Dakota demonstrates the state's appeal as a hub for innovative technology companies, particularly in the artificial intelligence and data center sectors. The company's focus on sustainable energy integration also highlights how businesses are adapting to meet evolving energy needs.
