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A survey of nearly 300 Wisconsin readers found a large majority oppose the construction of new data centers. Reader concerns include increased water and fossil fuel usage, higher utility rates, and the advancement of artificial intelligence. Supporters ...

The facilities are hitting an inflection point in Arizona. In some areas, they are met with grassroots resistance. In others, they are welcomed.

Despite opposition, a new POLITICO poll suggests data centers aren’t unpopular nationwide. But that changes when one shows up in your backyard, both the AI industry and its foes say.

Many local communities are considering or putting in place moratoriums on data centers, as it becomes a campaign issue ahead of Election Day in November.