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The Central Indiana Regional Development Authority (CIRDA) will host a public discussion on data center use on March 11, 2026, at Indiana University Indianapolis. The panel will include municipal leaders, energy sector representatives, and a land use expert to address public concerns.

Meta is constructing a data center in Boone County's LEAP Lebanon Innovation and Research District, contributing to Indiana's burgeoning data center market, which increased by 30% in the last year. With over 70 facilities, Indiana is becoming a significant hub for data centers, spurred by tax incentives and infrastructure. The session aims to evaluate how data centers fit into CIRDA's long-term economic strategies.