Cayuga Data Campus

is transforming the retired Cayuga coal plant site – idle for more than five years despite its significant footprint and valuable infrastructure – into a state-of-the-art data campus purpose-built for global cloud, artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) companies. The project is expected to create hundreds of permanent jobs, generate significant new tax revenue, expand h

igh-speed local fiber, strengthen transmission infrastructure, and drive long-term economic growth for Lansing and the broader region. Scale & Infrastructure: Redevelopment of ~180 acres (less than half the site), with phased buildout of 50 MW in 2026 and expansion to 138 MW, as approved by NYISO. Clean Energy Advantage: Located in Western NY, where ~90% of grid electricity is zero-carbon and substantial surplus power is available. High-Quality Jobs: More than 500 construction jobs expected during buildout and ~100 permanent skilled positions once operational. Timing: Initial operations targeted for late 2026, with staged buildout through 2028/2029. Community Benefits: Millions in new property tax revenue expected, plus a $100,000 annual community fund to support schools, parks, and local initiatives. New York’s Just Transition Working Group has identified former coal plant sites like Cayuga as ideal for reuse, particularly for data centers that bring jobs, investment, and tax growth. World-Class Tenants: Designed for long-term (10+ years) hosting agreements with leading global technology companies.