Ohio Governor Mike DeWine on data centers: They should pay their fair share

Summary

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine states that while data centers boost the state's economy and attract other businesses, they must pay their fair share, avoid raising homeowners' utility rates, and implement water recycling technologies.

• Data centers drive economic development and attract other companies to Ohio.
• Governor insists data centers should pay their fair share and not raise residential rates.
• Water recycling technology is now available and expected for new data centers.
• Comments made in context of Ohio leading America’s Top State for Business in 2026.