The number of voters opposed to data center development near their homes has risen across the political spectrum since January.

A backlash against data centres is dominating debate before November’s midterm elections. Some Republicans are even running against the White House position.

Governments worldwide are pushing to attract AI computing infrastructure, but must grapple with data centers’ demands on resources and mounting local opposition.

The number of voters opposed to data center development near their homes has risen across the political spectrum since January.

Democrats, Republicans both divided over AI concerns