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Media Coverage
ABC11: Data Center Proposal Moves Forward Amid Community Concerns
ABC11 covered the Environmental Advisory Board’s decision to advance the proposed 190-acre Digital Campus data center near Jordan Pointe. Neighbors voiced frustration over the lack of transparency and called for responsible growth, citing concerns about noise, environmental impact, and infrastructure strain. The project now moves closer to Town Council review, with residents urging continued community involvement as the process unfolds.
The Peakway - 190-Acre ‘Digital Campus’ Plan in "New Hill Faces Fierce Community Pushback"
Residents in New Hill are uniting against a proposed 190-acre Apex Data Center, citing threats to air quality from diesel generators, heavy water and power use, and constant noise. Neighbors argue the project doesn’t belong in a residential area so close to schools and family neighborhoods. Opposition groups are calling for stronger protections, transparency, and smarter siting before such a large-scale industrial project moves forward.
WRAL – "Proposed Wake County data center near Harris Nuclear Plant sparking concern among residents"
A proposed 250-megawatt data center near New Hill is drawing strong opposition from nearby residents. Concerns include noise, diesel emissions, water consumption, and strain on local infrastructure. While some see potential economic benefits, many are urging Apex and Wake County leaders to reject the rezoning request.
INDY Week – “Residents Raise Concerns About Proposed Data Storage Facility in Rural Wake County"
INDY Week reports on community meetings and opposition, detailing health and environmental worries, technical plans (generators, water use, rezoning), and developer response
INDY Week – “Developer Files Plans for ‘Digital Campus’ in Western Wake”
This follow-up covers developer (Natelli Investments LLC) formally filing annexation and rezoning requests with Apex, community organizing, petition (nearly 2,000 signatures), and upcoming construction timeline (late 2026–early 2027).
CBS17 – “Data center planned for New Hill facing backlash”
CBS17 highlights local residents’ opposition to the proposed data center, noting concerns about strain on the power grid and potential increases in energy costs. The developer defends the project, stating data centers are "modest users of public facilities" and bring high-wage jobs to the area.
The News & Observer – “Plans for data center near nuclear power plant concern western Wake”
The News & Observer story covers Natelli Investments’ application to Apex for the “New Hill Digital Campus,” outlining plans for backup generators, wastewater cooling, and the rising concerns of nearby residents