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Residents voice air quality concerns over Homer City natural gas-powered AI data center

WJAC · last updated

INDIANA COUNTY, Pa. (WJAC) — Dozens of residents from Homer City and surrounding areas gathered at Indiana University of Pennsylvania for a public meeting to discuss air quality concerns related to the proposed Homer City Redevelopment Complex.

The Department of Environmental Protection held the hearing to address the transformation of the former coal-fired generating station into a natural gas power plant and AI data center.

Homer City Generation LP plans to equip the facility with seven larger gas turbines and ten smaller ones, operating year-round. The project requires approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection due to the extensive state regulations involved.

The meeting, held at IUP’s Kovalchik Convention and Athletic Complex, provided a platform for concerned citizens and project organizers to discuss the project’s air quality plan.

While the plan is under review by state officials, the public is encouraged to review the project’s application and draft plan and provide feedback.

Residents can access the plan by visiting Pennsylvania’s official website and navigating to the Department of Environmental Protection.

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