A decade ago, states rolled out the red carpet to incentivize data centers. These days, local opposition is driving back development.

Amid growing political pushback against data center development, more evidence is emerging of their impact on local economies.

A decade ago, states rolled out the red carpet to incentivize data centers. These days, local opposition is driving back development.

The research lands as Maine Gov. Janet Mills vetoes a moratorium to save a $550 million data center conversion, and 10 other states weigh similar bans.