States chase OpenAI’s $100 billion AI American Dream

OpenAI’s $100 billion Stargate project is triggering a nationwide land rush, with over 250 site proposals from 20 states vying to host massive AI data centers. While locals dream of jobs and tax revenue, the paper packaging industry should take note—these data centers require vast amounts of energy and water, potentially straining utility grids shared with pulp and paper mills. As utilities prioritize AI, packaging manufacturers may face rising energy costs or tighter access, especially in states like Pennsylvania and Oregon. The AI boom could reshape industrial zoning and resource allocation—packaging firms must plan now to stay competitive.https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/05/10/stargate-openai-data-centers-states/

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