Allegheny Conference Releases Economic Impact Analysis for Hypothetical 400MW Data Center at Zediker Station

PITTSBURGH – March 3, 2026 – The Allegheny Conference on Community Development today announced the completion of an Economic Impact Analysis (EIA) for a hypothetical 400-megawatt (MW) hyperscale data center at the Zediker Station site in Washington County. 

The analysis, conducted using the industry-standard IMPLAN model, projects that the development of such a facility would generate over $552 million in total economic output for the region. 

“This analysis illustrates the transformative potential of the Zediker Station site,” said Stefani Pashman, CEO of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development. “By leveraging our region’s energy infrastructure, and remediated mine gas (RMG), we can attract the next generation of AI-focused hyperscale investments that drive long-term prosperity across Southwestern Pennsylvania.” 

The study focused on an estimated $407.6 million in local spend within Washington County, covering both the construction of the data center campus and on-site power generation. Key findings from the IMPLAN analysis include: 

  • The project is estimated to support 2,364 total full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs, including 1,686 direct positions in construction. 
  • The development would generate approximately $237.4 million in total labor income. 
  • The analysis projects a total of $67.5 million in tax revenue across federal, state, and local levels, including over $4.3 million for Washington County. 
  • Beyond the direct investment, the project is expected to create $64.6 million in indirect (supply chain) effects and $80.2 million in induced (household spending) effects. 

The Zediker Station site consists of 1,500 acres near Zediker, PA, and is currently marketed by Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) for industrial development. The site is uniquely positioned for hyperscale data center occupancy due to its proximity to FirstEnergy electrical infrastructure and natural gas wells capable of providing power. 

The site also offers a path toward viability through RMG—waste methane captured from coal mines—which can be blended with natural gas to create a potentially carbon-neutral power source. 

The report is available online on the Conference’s Publications page. The analyses contained in the report are based on estimates and assumptions for illustrative purposes only. If a real-world project develops, an analysis can be conducted with data and input from the specific project. 

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Media Contact: Kristen Wishon, kwishon@alleghenyconference.org