Color Irondequoit Green
Data Center Information and Local Action!
A massive data center is proposed at Science Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP). Their major energy usage is largely to blame for energy scarcity and rate increases across NYS.
"The Genesee County Economic Development Center (GCEDC) Board of Directors will consider a resolution to initiate a State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR) review process regarding a revised application from STREAM U.S. Data Centers... has submitted a SEQR Development Application proposing three two-story buildings totaling approximately 2.2 million square feet on 60-acre and 30-acre parcels at Science Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Park (STAMP)" From GCEDC's website.
Join us in uplifting the Tonawanda Seneca Nation’s demand: NYSDEC MUST take lead agency status for purposes of environmental review of the proposed data center.
Background:
Data centers: A facility used to house computer systems and associated components. They may host artificial intelligence equipment, BitCoin/crypto-coin mining, or Cloud storage (yes, this includes Google Photos, OneDrive, undeleted backlogs of emails).
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What happens when a data center comes to town - University of Michigan
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Data center growth: implications for local communities - AAAS
CIG is an organization of residents from the town of Irondequoit who are working towards a sustainable future.
We are respectful, inclusive, nonpartisan, solutions-focused, transparent, collaborative, scientifically-informed, and committed to social, racial, environmental, and inter-generational justice.
Next Monthly Meeting:
Monday, Feb 9th, 7 – 8:30 pm
In person: Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, rm 216
Virtual: Zoom link
Click the arrow below to see more featured events and volunteer opportunities.
Our current projects include Walk Bike Irondequoit, Healthy Yards Irondequoit, ReTree Irondequoit, and the Irondequoit Eco-Fair.
Please click the arrow below to learn more.
NOW RECYCLABLE,
clean to-go cups!
Includes:
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paper cups
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plastic cups
Residents are asked to empty any remaining contents, put lids back on, keep paper sleeve on, and place them loose in their recycling carts
Highlights
Check out below calls to action and highlighted events. Check out the events section for all events.
Our Newsletter
Our newsletter contains information about CIG’s and related groups' recent work and upcoming events. There are helpful guides, resources, and media recommendations.
Winter Seed Planting / Winter Sowing
Thursday, Feb 5
7 - 8 pm
Irondequoit Public Library, Rm 113
RSVP here
Join Color Irondequoit Green for a Winter Sowing Party! This is an opportunity to expand your pollinator gardens, get seeds for 3 flowering seasons and bring home your winter greenhouse!
Please bring plastic half and 1 gallon drink bottles and tall produce clam shells if you have them.
Space is limited, registration required.
Irondequoit Street Tree Program
Did you know the Irondequoit Tree Department will plant a sizeable tree in front of your property FOR FREE?
If you would like your home to be considered for a new street tree, please fill out Street Tree Request Form or contact treedepartment@irondequoit.gov.
Reference the young tree care guide here.
Individual Climate Pledge
The Accelerator is asking members of Color Your Community Green groups, like CIG, to sign the pledge, committing to being a part of the solution: reducing our personal carbon footprint, educating ourselves on the issue, and pushing for policies at the community and state level that will result in an inclusive green energy transition.
Data Center Information and Local Action
Data centers: A facility used to house computer systems and associated components. They may host artificial intelligence equipment, BitCoin/crypto-coin mining, or Cloud storage (yes, this includes Google Photos, OneDrive, undeleted backlogs of emails). Their monster energy usage is largely to blame for energy scarcity and rate increases across NYS.
Here’s what to know and how to get involved locally.
Consolidated Events Calendar
Use this calendar to see many local events offered by the Accelerator, other local Color Your Community Green groups, Pachamama, Reconnect Rochester, ROC Vegan Society, and others. Featured events are at the top of the page, and complete calendar at the bottom.