Tag
Voters across the political spectrum in Texas are uniting against data center construction ahead of the midterm elections, with a majority opposing new projects over concerns about water use, land, tax subsidies, and energy demands, forcing candidates to distance themselves from the booming industry.
A Data & Society report reveals growing opposition to data center construction in Pennsylvania, driven by historical industrial trauma and skepticism of AI hype, highlighting a disconnect between industry plans and public sentiment.
Article reports on growing public opposition to AI data centers in California, highlighting a proposal to build smaller facilities at fairgrounds amid silence at a relevant meeting.
Anthropic's IPO filing will disclose public opposition to AI as a formal risk factor, potentially setting a precedent for future AI company disclosures.
The GOP's Senate campaign arm has warned AI companies about the growing public opposition to data centers in Ohio, which is affecting a Senate election. Polls show high concerns over energy costs and rapid construction, prompting calls for better communication on benefits and impacts.