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UR Energy previews small, closed‑loop data center for Montezuma; company says 3–5 jobs expected
Summary
Jarrod Ulery of UR Energy told the Poweshiek County board a proposed tier‑zero data center in Montezuma would use closed‑loop cooling (no water), generate about 65 decibels of noise and create roughly 3–5 local jobs; the presentation was informational and no vote was taken.
Jarrod Ulery, representing UR Energy, gave an informational presentation to the Poweshiek County Board of Supervisors on May 14 about a proposed small data center in Montezuma.
Ulery described the facility as a tier‑zero data center using a closed‑loop cooling system that does not require water. He said the facility would produce noise at approximately 65 decibels and estimated it would create 3–5 jobs for local residents. The transcript records the descriptions and estimates as statements by Ulery; the board took no formal action on the proposal during the meeting.
No site details, permit requirements, estimated capital cost, or timetable for construction were provided in the meeting transcript. The presentation was recorded as informational only.
