EPISODE · Sep 10, 2025 · 25 MIN
How Proposed Data Centers Might Impact Your Energy Bill
from City Cast Madison · host City Cast
Data centers this, data centers that. It seems just about everyone has something to say about the new tech infrastructure that’s popping up across the nation and here in Dane County. Data centers are major energy and water consumers (to put it lightly) but the new tech facilities are promising job creation and other economic benefits to the communities they’re in. But what does it take to actually power one of these facilities and will everyday consumers end up footing the bills? Today, host Bianca Martin talks to executive director of the Citizens Utility Board, Tom Content, to find out just what happens when data centers come to town. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email [email protected]. We’re also on Instagram! 📧 You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. 🏠 Get more from City Cast Madison when you become a City Cast Madison Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events, and more. Join the City Cast Madison Neighbors program! Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode: Huel - Save 15% with code MADISON Wisco Home Goods Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
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Data centers this, data centers that. It seems just about everyone has something to say about the new tech infrastructure that’s popping up across the nation and here in Dane County. Data centers are major energy and water consumers (to put it lightly) but the new tech facilities are promising job creation and other economic benefits to the communities they’re in. But what does it take to actually power one of these facilities and will everyday consumers end up footing the bills? Today, host Bianca Martin talks to executive director of the Citizens Utility Board, Tom Content, to find out just what happens when data centers come to town. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email [email protected]. We’re also on Instagram! 📧 You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. 🏠 Get more from City Cast Madison when you become a City Cast Madison Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events, and more. Join the City Cast Madison Neighbors program! Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode: Huel - Save 15% with code MADISON Wisco Home Goods Cardinal Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
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