Joliet commission advances plans for what would be largest data center in Illinois

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Friday, March 6, 2026
Joliet commission advances plans for data center

JOLIET, Ill. (WLS) -- In Joliet, plans are moving ahead to build the largest data center in Illinois.

The city's Planning Commission has advanced the plan to Joliet's full City Council.

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There was a nearly six hour meeting Thursday with many people weighing in on the project.

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Some are concerned about water and electric use while others say it would create jobs and revenue.

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