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Here's how a Lehigh Valley town could get $50 million if it approves updated data center plans
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Fusion42 · 14 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Slate Belt Holdings, a partnership between Talen Energy and River Pointe Logistics, submitted updated designs for a $50 million data center campus plan in Upper Mount Bethel Township, offering two configurations with differing building counts and sizes. The project aims for 2 gigawatts capacity and includes phased development tied to electrical grid expansion and onsite generation.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Deep Tech: Telecom & Connectivity.
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The $50 million payout ties approval to construction milestones, opening a window now for you working on power and construction supply around large data centers. Two design paths mean you can offer flexible solutions depending on the final regulatory outcome.
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