Delhi Township Data Center Proposal Ends as Developer Withdraws
Lighthouse Sustainability’s innovative clean data center approach will seek other opportunities across the country
LANSING, Mich., — (Nov. 9, 2026) — Today, Lighthouse Sustainability, the pre-development partner for the Holt Economic Opportunity Park (HEOP) has informed the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) that it is withdrawing its interest in the site.
Lighthouse Sustainability was selected through a public RFP process to engage Delhi Township residents about the possibility of a clean energy $10B data center on 423 acres of Holt Economic Opportunity Park in Delhi Township.
The process intended to utilize the six remaining months of Delhi Township’s moratorium to allow for resident committees, weekly webinars, meetings and interactions to get the project right for the community’s benefit.
“While we are disappointed that a public dialogue was not truly allowed to begin, we thank the Delhi Township community and Lighthouse Sustainability for their participation and feedback, though brief,” said Bob Trezise, president and CEO of LEAP. “Although this marks the end of our partnership with Lighthouse Sustainability, we look forward to seeing what other non-data center opportunities might align for the community’s master plan into the future. Holt is a great community filled with great people and Delhi Township has outstanding leadership.
Lighthouse thanked the community for the opportunity, conversations, and support received from community members and stakeholders.
The proposed project negotiated by LEAP would have included a community fund of between $20M and $30M designated for Holt and Delhi Township community projects and programs. An estimated $50M of new annual taxes would have been generated through the prospective investment project—supporting quality of life services like schools, libraries, parks, river trails, police, fire, roads, farmer’s markets, community centers, and social service programs.
LEAP continues to be committed to strong public engagement regarding sites and future large development opportunities.
