Sustainability
OH2, Designed for Responsible Growth
The OH2 campus is being developed with clear sustainability targets that guide how the project is designed, built and operated. From the earliest stages of development, the project team has worked to integrate environmental stewardship, operational efficiency and community responsibility into every major decision. Our goal is to deliver a campus that supports regional economic growth while respecting local environmental conditions, infrastructure and community priorities.
Water
Positive Impact
Water positivity means reducing how much potable water the campus needs and supporting local projects that help restore or replenish water resources over time.
Unlike traditional data centers, this campus will use a closed-loop cooling system, meaning it does not consume or discharge water during daily operations. The system recirculates water inside the closed system as opposed to an evaporative cooling system.
We are committed to achieving water positivity, specifically through projects that address local water needs in the Millersport area watersheds.
What that means in real terms:
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No direct lake water will be drawn for cooling purposes.
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The campus’ average annual water use will be equivalent to approximately 75 Ohio residential homes. Average water usage is projected at 15,000 gallons per day (GPD), with a peak of 23,000 GPD
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There will be no discharge from the data centers into stormwater systems.
- Domestic water and sewer services will be provided by Millersport. Vantage will finance system expansion projects to meet OH2’s requirements and support future developments, as outlined in the signed Development Agreement.
- This development will not cause an increase to local utility bills.
OH2 will use a closed-loop cooling system, which continuously recycles water to conserve one of nature’s precious resources while reducing impact to local infrastructure. This cooling technique reduces water usage by 90% compared to traditional data center cooling methods. To learn more about closed-loop cooling, click here.
Learn more about Vantage’s commitment to sustainability here.
Nature
Biodiversity Net Gain
Biodiversity net gain means the project is planned to improve natural habitats and ecological value compared to existing site conditions, not just replace what was there before. Our goal is to leave the land healthier than we found it. We will do this by:
- Planting native Ohio vegetation that supports local ecosystems
- Growing wildlife habitats and pollinator areas
- Creating stormwater ponds that reduce runoff and protect waterways
Standards
LEED Certified
LEED is a green building standard that helps guide choices around energy use, water use, materials and construction planning, with independent review to confirm requirements are met. Vantage is pursuing LEED certification for the entire OH2 campus, demonstrating our dedication to sustainable design, construction and operations.
Environmental Compliance
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All design, construction and operations will meet applicable environmental laws, permits and agency requirements.
Light Pollution
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Vantage will minimize light pollution while maintaining safety and security by installing exterior lighting fixtures that are DarkSky-approved, which are designed to minimize light pollution, reduce glare and limit light trespass.
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Lighting products selected will have 0-2 Backlight-Uplight-Glare (BUG) Ratings, an industry standard for minimizing light pollution.
Noise
- Continuous noise monitoring will be implemented.
- Landscaping and engineered sound barriers will be put in place to limit noise impacts to nearby properties.
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