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Law's Eric Chaffee talks about Cleveland Public Power’s recent proposal for data center project

Media | July 10, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

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cleveland.com: Eric Chaffee, the John C. Hutchins Professor of Law, said that Cleveland Public Power’s recent proposal was a nonbinding agreement to pursue a potential deal, reflecting interest—not a commitment—in attracting data centers. He noted public sentiment has shifted dramatically, with many politicians now viewing hyperscale data centers as politically and economically not worth the controversy.