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Monarch Energy and NextEra Energy are pursuing the acquisition of more than 1,000 acres in western Sedgwick County, Kansas, for potential data center projects. Monarch, based in San Diego, has secured agreements for over 300 acres, while NextEra has entered option agreements for nearly 800 acres.

Local opposition has emerged, with residents expressing concerns about environmental impacts and the lack of transparency. In response, Sedgwick County has implemented a moratorium on data center zoning applications, which has been extended until June 11. A meeting to discuss zoning regulations is scheduled for March 31.