Many Americans are resisting data centers across the country. Now, some lawmakers are responding with temporary moratoriums and outright bans.
The map of America's data center revolt
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Lauren Edmonds
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Forgoing data centers that power technologies such as AI would risk surrendering leadership in one of the most consequential…
Data centers have drawn vocal opposition at local public meetings and in state capitols across the US.
Since the start of the year, cities, towns, counties and states across America have slammed the brakes on allowing new data…
Over 300 US local and state governments have banned or restricted data center development since 2023, blocking or delaying $64…
As public opinion turns against data centers, lawmakers struggle to halt new builds.
Data centre moratorium pushes have gained steam around the US, with bans proposed in at least a dozen states.
