The Imperial County Board of Supervisors voted yesterday (TUESDAY) to clear the way for a massive — and deeply controversial — data center complex in the heart of the region. KPBS reporter Kori Suzuki says that’s despite fierce opposition to the project from thousands of county residents.

The Imperial County Board of Supervisors voted yesterday (TUESDAY) to clear the way for a massive &mdash; and deeply controversial &mdash; data center complex in the heart of the region. KPBS reporter Kori Suzuki says that&rsquo;s despite fierce opposition to the project from thousands of county residents.

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Controversial Data Center Moves Forward in Imperial County Despite Opposition from Residents

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Controversial Data Center Moves Forward in Imperial County Despite Opposition from Residents

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