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Pittsburg residents are sounding the alarm over a controversial new data center, approved in 2024 but now facing fierce backlash for its environmental risks and lack of transparency. A grassroots petition sparked by a lifelong resident has galvanized thousands, leading to a vocal coalition demanding answers at city council meetings. With the facility set to open next year—and plans for future office spaces—locals fear its proximity to schools and homes, especially after city officials remained eerily quiet amid mounting concerns. Though a lawsuit over pollution was settled with promises of 100% renewable energy and recycled water, critics argue the city’s silence and rushed approval undermine public trust. While neighboring cities move to ban such projects, Pittsburg is opting for debate—but many residents are left wondering: where were the warnings?

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