Oklahoma City – Project Open Sky is a proposed 633-acre data center site in Canadian County, located on the edge of Piedmont city limits roughly five miles north of downtown Piedmont. Project Open Sky represents an over $1 billion capital investment in the City of Piedmont and will provide a significant amount of revenue for the local economy.
The site is being developed by Cloverleaf Infrastructure, a company committed to being an active, visible partner in Piedmont, engaging directly with local officials and residents to understand potential concerns, answering questions and delivering a project with lasting benefits to the Piedmont area.
“We understand that this is a new industry, and that people have a lot of questions. We encourage questions,” said David Berry, Chief Executive Officer of Cloverleaf. “Our job is to make sure any project Cloverleaf develops is a big win for the local community.”
Project Open Sky will bring with it 1000+ construction jobs and approximately 50-100 long-term operational jobs, while also supporting infrastructure improvements. The project includes an initial commitment of more than $1 million in charitable funding for community priorities through a local community foundation, with up to $10 million total in planned community investment throughout the early stages of the project. Areas of focus include emergency services, weatherization and utility assistance, grants to community-serving organizations, education, training and apprenticeships, parks and recreational facilities.
“Over the long term, Project Open Sky is expected to generate significant tax revenue that can support the community for years to come,” said Aaron Bilyeu, Chief Development Officer of Cloverleaf. “In the near term, we are committed to helping bridge that gap through charitable investments focused on community priorities and local needs.”
Cloverleaf is committed to responsible development and mitigating the potential impacts of data center projects on local infrastructure, natural resources and the surrounding landscape. Project Open Sky will use a closed-loop cooling system requiring a one-time fill designed by licensed Oklahoma engineers. On an ongoing basis, the facility’s water use will be comparable to a typical office building and will not impact local water supplies.
“We know that low water pressure is currently a problem in some parts of Piedmont. We are committing to paying for any required water infrastructure upgrades to support the site, including a new water tower if needed. These upgrades will support improved water services for nearby residents,” Bilyeu said.
Cloverleaf representatives will continue meeting with local leaders, stakeholders and residents as the project moves through the evaluation and planning process. The company plans to host ongoing opportunities for community engagement and information sharing to ensure residents have direct access to project updates, technical experts and answers to questions as plans develop.
“Our approach is to communicate early, listen carefully and work alongside the community to ensure this project reflects local priorities and delivers long-term value for Piedmont residents,” Berry said.
About Cloverleaf
Cloverleaf Infrastructure is a transparent, responsible industrial real estate developer focused on community value. Cloverleaf prepares land for large technology companies that build and operate data centers. Once sites have all the required local approvals ahead of construction and power confirmed to the site, Cloverleaf will look for the right company to build and operate the facility. To learn more about Project Open Sky, visit openskydatacenter.com. To learn more about Cloverleaf, visit www.cloverleafinfra.com.
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