OpenAI’s $20B Data Center in Georgia | Savannah News

OpenAI’s $20 billion Project Camellia, set to build a massive AI data center in Rincon, Georgia, has ignited fierce local backlash. Residents, caught off guard by the sudden announcement, flooded an open house with concerns over noise, water use, and lack of consultation. While county officials cite existing industrial zoning, critics fear unchecked environmental and economic impacts — from wildlife disruption to hidden utility costs. OpenAI counters with promises of closed-loop water systems and self-funded energy, plus millions in projected tax revenue for schools. But as politicians and communities question whether tech giants are truly bearing the burden, this project becomes a flashpoint for the growing tension between AI’s boom and local consequences. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f6e69bb53b4fcf2a