Ohio economists: Abatements may attract data centers, but is that a good thing?

By: Marty Schladen

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: September 28, 2026

Words: 720

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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In a recent survey, most economists said Ohio’s tax abatements are an effective way to attract AI data centers to the Buckeye State, but many also questioned the desirability of doing so.

They were more split on the economic benefits of making data centers generate their own electricity.

There has been a swift, sharp backlash against data centers this year as projects have been rammed through without community …

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