Hillsborough County commissioners vote to draft one-year data center pause

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1. Thu, 6 August 2026

   2 reports
   • fox13news.com21:14first to report
     Hillsborough County commissioners vote to draft one-year data center pause

     The Hillsborough County Commission took the first step toward a moratorium blocking the controversial data centers until their impact on communities and the environment can be studied.

   • klcc.org22:37
     Oregonians are extremely skeptical of data centers, new polling suggests

     Most voters support a temporary ban on the facilities and strongly oppose offering tax breaks.

2. Fri, 7 August 2026

   4 reports
   • The Hill12:59
     Trump: It's a 'mistake' to go against data centers

     President Trump touted what he said were the benefits of data centers in an interview that was published on Friday, potentially pitting himself against a number of Republicans and Democrats on the growing issue. “I saw Texas the other day sort of against data centers. I think it's a mistake,” Trump told Punchbowl News. “I'm...

   • texastribune.org15:50
     Trump calls Texas’ data center opposition a “mistake”

     The president’s comments to Punchbowl News come just days after Gov. Greg Abbott issued a statewide pause of approval for data centers trying to connect to the power grid.

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     • kwtx.com10 Aug, 16:32their copy
     • hppr.org11 Aug, 13:30their copy
   • iheart.com18:20
     Palm Beach County Zoning Commission Approves AI Data Center Moratorium

     Thursday's vote to hold off for one year on any large-scale AI data centers was preliminary and commissioners also made a decision on what defines a 'large-scale' data center.

   • kvia.com18:28
     Trump calls Texas’ data center opposition a “mistake”

     by Taylor Goldenstein, The Texas TribuneAugust 7, 2026 President Donald Trump this week criticized Texas for being anti-data centers, just days after Republican Gov. Greg Abbott paused industry-wide approvals until the companies provide the state with more information on things like power and water use. “I saw Texas the other day sort of is against

3. Sat, 8 August 2026

   5 reports
   • timesrepublican.com07:45
     P&Z Commission unanimously recommends four-month data center moratorium

     As the issues of data center regulations and a potential moratorium continue to garner ample attention within the community, seats were hard to come by at Thursday evening’s Marshalltown Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, during which the commission, down a member after Matthew Brodin’s resignation, unanimously recommended that the city council adopt a four-month moratorium […]

   • NPR News09:00
     Data centers are a political issue crossing party lines, driving voters to candidates

     Wisconsin Democratic candidate for governor Francesca Hong called for a moratorium on data centers. So did Ohio Republican governor hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, as data centers begin to dominate campaigns.

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     • krcu.org8 Aug, 09:00their copy
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     • wmra.org8 Aug, 09:00their copy
   • The Hill10:00
     Trump questions Texas data center move in surging political battle

     President Trump is touting the benefits of AI data centers after Texas moved to more strictly regulate the industry, which has rapidly become a political lightning rod across the political spectrum. Trump waded into the debate during an interview last week, saying it would be a mistake to push back on data centers following Texas...

   • foxnews.com12:30edited after publishing
     Dem Senate hopeful flip-flops on emerging issue impacting communities across US

     Former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown celebrated Amazon data center construction in Ohio in 2015 but now campaigns against them as an electric grid drain.

   • wbap.com19:00removed by the outlet
     Trump Warns Texas Data Center Pushback Is A ‘Mistake,’ Says Industry Could Eclipse Oil

     Trump says Texas resistance to data centers is a “mistake” and warns the AI infrastructure industry could become bigger than oil.

4. Mon, 10 August 2026

   1 report
   • The Hill22:37
     Trump wades into data center debate amid political battle

     {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump backs data centers as Texas sets new standards President Trump is touting the benefits of AI data centers after Texas moved to more strictly regulate the industry, which has rapidly become a political lightning rod across the political spectrum. © AP Photo/Justin Rex Trump waded into the debate...

5. Tue, 11 August 2026

   6 reports
   • yahoo.com01:33
     Council moves data center moratorium forward, but it's not final yet

     Councilor Michael-Paul Hart, who fought off Google last year, was the lone no vote to not move a moratorium forward.

   • inquirer.com09:01
     Pennsylvania’s data center boom needs a pause

     Nearly three-quarters of the state’s voters oppose data centers in their communities, yet more than 50 are planned or under construction. Lawmakers should hit the brakes on unchecked growth.

   • keranews.org12:25
     Gov. Greg Abbott touts tech company cooperation, following Trump criticism of data center policy

     OpenAI, Meta, Google and Amazon have all pledged to address concerns about their energy and water usage.

   • dallasobserver.com13:00
     Abbott and Trump disagree on data centers, what should we know about them in Dallas?

     The advancement of AI often feels inevitable, but some officials in Texas wonder if data centers need to be slowed.

   • journal-advocate.com14:05
     The hidden cost of data centers: inside the opposition

     More than 4,500 data centers are already in operation, according to Data Center Map.

     2 reprints

     • citizensvoice.com11 Aug, 14:05their copy
     • marinij.com11 Aug, 14:05their copy
   • Die Zeit (Germany)22:47
     Künstliche Intelligenz: US-Stromverbrauch soll durch KI deutlich steigen

     Zahlreiche KI-Rechenzentren sind in den USA im Bau oder in der Planung. Die Energiebehörde rechnet dadurch mit Rekordwerten beim Stromverbrauch.

6. Wed, 12 August 2026

   1 report
   • nevadanewsandviews.com14:49
     The Data Center Debate Nevada Isn't Having Fairly

     Drive through Boulder City these days and you'll see some new yard signs. Not for candidates. Against data centers.

7. Thu, 13 August 2026

   5 reports
   • wjct.org08:41
     Georgia voters find solidarity in their opposition to data centers

     Republican and Democratic voters in rural Georgia unite over one issue -- their opposition to data centers.

   • Le Figaro (France)12:53
     Aux États-Unis, des centrales à gaz se déploient à grande échelle pour alimenter l’IA

     DÉCRYPTAGE - Pour satisfaire les besoins massifs de l’IA en électricité, des unités de production non raccordées au réseau, et pour la plupart émettrices de gaz à effet de serre, se multiplient.

   • eenews.net17:23
     Data centers top agenda for EPA’s local government council

     Voters have protested the artificial intelligence infrastructure due to worries about high electricity costs as well as growing air and water pollution.

   • wixx.com21:37
     Bellevue approves one-year ban on data center development

     BELLEVUE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The Village of Bellevue has approved a 12-month moratorium on the development of d...

   • Bloomberg Politics22:43
     Conley: AI Can Be Net Positive for Communities

     Cait Conley, Democratic Candidate for US House in New York's 17th District, says data centers can be a net positive for communities. Conley notes AI poses serious risks and that companies need to do the right thing as the technology advances. Conley also discusses her race against Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) and the controversy surrounding Rep. Max Miller's (R-OH) donation to Lawler's race. She speaks with Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz on the late edition of Bloomberg's "Balance of Power." (Source:...

8. Fri, 14 August 2026

   6 reports
   • Axios09:15
     Data center backlash echoes fossil-fuel politics

     Willie Nelson has become an unlikely barometer of America's biggest infrastructure fights. He once protested the Keystone XL pipeline and fracking. Today, he's fighting data centers. Why it matters: The American icon's latest cause underscores how the politics surrounding AI infrastructure are beginning to resemble the last decade's fights over fossil fuels. "The last thing we need is a loud, water thieving, light polluting, data center anywhere near our town (or any others for that matter),"...

   • Axios09:15
     AI scrambles the political map

     The search for a winning message on AI is pushing candidates and lawmakers into unexpected political territory. Why it matters: With the midterms approaching, AI is creating alliances across party lines while opening fissures within them. Here are three ways AI is scrambling the political map. 1. Centrist Democrats versus progressives on data centers New York made waves as the first state to impose a data center moratorium — a product of Gov. Kathy Hochul joining forces with progressive state...

   • wfae.org16:24
     Greensboro, Alamance and Yadkin to consider data center moratoriums

     The three municipalities are each holding public hearings on the matter on Aug. 17. Several other Piedmont counties have recently enacted data center development moratoriums.

   • krcrtv.com18:43
     Data centers emerge as bipartisan flashpoint ahead of 2026 midterm elections

     As the 2026 midterm elections enter the final stretch, opposition to data centers is emerging as a rare political issue crossing party lines

   • wdhafm.com21:21
     Developer Sues Montgomery Township for $300M Over Data Center Prohibition

     E. Kahn Development Corp. filed a lawsuit on July 31 in Somerset County Superior Court against Montgomery Township. They want to stop a ban on data centers. They also want...

   • Bloomberg Politics23:02
     Rep. Casar on Texas Data Center Freeze

     Democratic Representative Greg Casar of Texas says AI CEOs should testify before Congress about employment and national security concerns surrounding the technology. Rep. Casar argues data center projects should be blocked if they raise electricity bills or otherwise harm the communities where they’re built. He discusses legislation that would impose a tax on large AI companies and increase the rate as unemployment rises, with revenue used to support a federal jobs program. Rep. Casar also says...

9. Sat, 15 August 2026

   1 report
   • sealynews.com00:14edited after publishing
     Town Hall in Austin County meeting about data centers draws impressive crowd

     The Sealy News is the official newspaper of Sealy, Texas, with coverage expanding across Austin County.

10. Mon, 17 August 2026

    3 reports
    • wincountry.com10:25
      Data center moratorium on Kalamazoo city commission agenda tonight

      KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) - A measure that would buy time for the city of Kalamazoo to update its zoning regu...

    • cullmantimes.com16:17
      Cullman City Planning Commission set to consider permanent data center ban

      The City of Cullman Planning Commission will be considering solidifying the city’s current moratorium against data center development during its meeting on Sept. 1. City councilmembers joined a still-growing number […]

    • evanstonnow.com22:42
      Data centers hot issue in governor's race

      Once seen as an opportunity for economic growth, they're now drawing bipartisan opposition.

11. Tue, 18 August 2026

    8 reports
    • foxbusiness.com15:17
      New York Republican congressman rips Hochul policies for sending businesses ‘don’t come here’ message

      Rep. Mike Lawler says Kathy Hochul's data center moratorium tells companies to go elsewhere, worsening New York's out-migration and tax burden.

    • twincities.com17:47edited after publishing
      Governors’ races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers

      previouslyGovernors' races increasingly being buffeted by data center politics

      A growing number of data center projects have met rejection and pushback from residents.

      3 reprints

      • troyrecord.com18 Aug, 17:47their copy
      • bostonherald.com18 Aug, 17:47their copy
      • netscape.com18 Aug, 18:15removed
    • phillyvoice.com20:34
      Gov. Shapiro imposes restrictions on 'speculative' data centers and requires community approval on projects

      A year after touting a deal with Amazon, the Democrat signs an executive order that stops proposals from being fast-tracked.

    • wfae.org20:48
      NC commerce secretary says state needs to capitalize on AI boom

      The comments come as some local governments grapple with concerns over rapid data center growth.

    • investorplace.com21:00
      Don't Sell Your AI Stocks

      The public's data-center revolt spreads… even Texas taps the brakes… will it kill the AI trade?… why the move is "sort," not "sell"

    • sgvtribune.com21:53
      They championed the fight against a Monterey Park data center. Now they’re running for office

      Anti-data center organizers Steven Kung and Amy J. Wong are running for office on the November ballot, fueled by momentum from their fights against data centers in L.A. County.

    • wrjn.com21:54edited after publishing
      Tiffany’s attack ad on Crowley and data centers is misleading at best, as GOP candidate has publicly backed them in new audio - WRJN

      Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor Tom Tiffany released a new attack ad on David Crowley, but the 30-second spot has misleading information about the Milwaukee County Executive’s donations. Tiffany also recently told a member of the public during an event that he agreed that data centers...

    • tribuneonlineng.com23:32
      From megawatts to prosperity: Rural electrification in the age of AI

      AI companies are discovering that billions of dollars of GPUs are of limited value if sufficient, reliable electricity cannot be delivered...

12. Wed, 19 August 2026

    7 reports
    • Axios09:53
      Exclusive: GOP warns AI companies that data centers are politically radioactive

      The Senate GOP campaign arm, in a private memo to top AI companies, warns that toxic views of U.S. data centers are killing the party's chances of holding a vital seat in Ohio. In the memo, obtained by Axios, the National Republican Senatorial Committee says Democrats have made data centers a "centerpiece" of their campaign to defeat Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) — and that it's working. "If he loses and data centers get the blame, politicians across the country will take notice — and they will not...

    • vox.com10:00edited after publishing
      The strange politics of the AI backlash

      previouslyHow the Wisconsin governor’s race became a data center hate-off

      Two candidates in Wisconsin are trying to surf the anti-tech wave — without fully betraying the AI boom’s beneficiaries.

    • The Hill19:17
      Fervor over data centers fires up competitive Ohio Senate race

      One of the most competitive Senate races this year is pivoting around data centers. The contest in Ohio between incumbent Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) and former Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) is a key example of how the increasingly controversial issue is playing a role in this cycle's politics, and both sides think it could be decisive....

    • Axios21:02
      The data center fight is hitting a fever pitch. Here's how they actually work

      Data centers have become the face of AI backlash, with celebrities, politicians and protesters pushing to slow their growth. Why it matters: America's sharply rising public opposition to data centers — which fuel our everyday use of the internet — could pose an existential threat to AI's growth. State of play: There are at least 4,000 data centers nationwide, with some 3,000 under construction or planned. The centers are often big, windowless warehouses with few people in sight, and many are...

    • The Hill21:52
      Data center fervor ignites Ohio Senate race

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Data center fervor ignites Ohio Senate race One of the most competitive Senate races this year is pivoting around data centers. © Greg Nash The contest in Ohio between incumbent Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) and former Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) is a key example of how the increasingly...

    • Bloomberg Politics22:28
      Rep. Subramanyam: Data Centers Need Community Buy-In

      Democratic Representative Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia says he opposes more data centers in his district, arguing that development has created power and environmental problems and driven up some residents' utility bills. Subramanyam calls for a national strategy to site data centers where sufficient power can be provided without negatively affecting surrounding communities and expresses skepticism about "bring your own power" proposals that rely on diesel backup generators. He says the US...

    • coloradohometownweekly.com23:33
      Tech deploys charm offensive to combat AI data center backlash

      For the 230,000 people living in rural Doña Ana County, Oracle Corp.’s Project Jupiter data center has quickly become an inescapable part of life. Mailers hailing “A NEW DAY FOR NEW MEXICO” have been sent to homes, touting its economic benefits. Oracle and its partners have donated money to sponsor organizations like the Boys & Girls Club and a local food pantry. Even a local Dino Dig park, ...

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      • record-bee.com19 Aug, 23:33their copy
13. Thu, 20 August 2026

    12 reports
    • texarkanagazette.com03:00
      Study weighs economic impact of AI data centers in rural Arkansas

      LITTLE ROCK -- Across the country, the explosive growth of massive data centers, many of them meant to power the growth of artificial intelligence, has drawn both criticism and support from communities in both rural and urban areas.

    • governing.com04:05
      Data Centers Are Spreading. So Are Moratoriums.

      Concerns about environmental impacts from data centers have dovetailed with a broader backlash to AI. Dozens of jurisdictions have adopted or debated moratoriums, hoping for more time to adopt robust regulations — or for the AI bubble to burst.

    • Axios09:00
      Data center uproar scrambles the midterm election

      A new populist fever is coursing through the midterms, forcing campaigns to retreat and recalibrate as they confront a groundswell of hostility toward AI data centers. Why it matters: Grassroots pressure is breaking the bipartisan consensus that enabled America's AI buildout. Candidates in both parties are now racing to distance themselves from projects their own leaders spent years courting. The big picture: What started as scattered, localized NIMBYism is scaling into a national...

    • wxpr.org12:26
      Governors' races including Wisconsin are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers

      More governors are shifting their stances or taking more steps to squeeze data centers as the midterm elections near

    • khak.com12:44
      Dubuque Mayor Brad Cavanagh Weighs in On Potential Data Center

      In a recent survey, roughly 76% of those who responded said they would not support a data center in Dubuque.

    • nationalmemo.com17:02
      Echoing Senate GOP Memo, Fox Targets 'Far Left' Data Center Opposition

      Republican leaders who fear that the furious, bipartisan backlash against AI data centers could cost their party in the midterm election are getting help from their loyal propagandists at Fox News. On its flagship morning show, the network’s hosts and contributors are attempting to convince viewers ...

    • thepeterboroughexaminer.com17:50
      Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races

      WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump, speaking alongside cryptocurrency leaders at the White House this week, made a statement that Republican and Democratic candidates alike wouldn't touch with a 10-foot

    • pasadenastarnews.com17:54edited after publishing
      Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races

      previouslyTrump keeps embracing data centers as they become toxic in midterms

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      • lowellsun.com20 Aug, 17:54their copy
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    • mymotherlode.com18:35
      Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races - myMotherLode.com

      President Donald Trump has voiced strong support for AI and data centers, emphasizing their economic benefits and importance in the global AI race. Candidates in competitive midterm elections, however, are far less accepting. Data centers have become a contentious issue, with concerns about energy costs and environmental impact. In Ohio, Republican Jon Husted faces attacks over his support for data centers. In Nevada, Democrat Aaron Ford accused Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo of aligning with...

    • PBS NewsHour19:21
      Trump keeps embracing data centers, an unpopular topic in midterm races

      The race to build data centers, which power artificial intelligence and cloud computing, has run aground amid frustration from voters who don't want to live near the massive warehouse campuses.

    • The Hill22:19
      Mike Rogers calls for 1-year data center moratorium

      Former Rep. Mike Rogers, the GOP nominee in a critical Senate battle in Michigan, on Thursday called for a one-year pause on data center construction, the latest sign of the political toxicity of the server warehouses fueling the AI boom. Rogers said in a statement that he is pushing for a yearlong moratorium on new...

    • The Hill23:04
      Rogers pushing for 1-year pause on data center construction

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Mike Rogers calls for one-year data center moratorium Former Rep. Mike Rogers, the GOP nominee in a critical Senate battle in Michigan, on Thursday called for a one-year pause on data center construction, the latest sign of the political toxicity of the server warehouses fueling the AI boom....

14. Fri, 21 August 2026

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    • The Hill02:08
      House Democrat: Rein in data centers without losing tech race to China

      Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (Va.), whose own district lies in a hotbed of data center activity, pushed to rein them in on Thursday, but not enough where the U.S. would lose the technology race to China. “The reality is, if we want to grow and develop some of these emerging technologies like AI and others,...

    • abc57.com04:30
      South Bend utilities commission meeting opens up discussion on data centers

      SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The City of South Bend hosted their utilities commission meeting on Thursday, featuring open discussions revolving around data centers.

    • Axios09:30edited after publishing
      Kathy Hochul's business-friendly data center plan

      New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is positioning herself as a leader of the Democratic search for a data center position that isn't explicitly anti-business. Why it matters: Hochul says her data center platform isn't being designed with politics in mind. But as candidates across the country scramble for a winning position on the issue, New York is emerging as a test bed for one potential approach. What they're saying: In an interview with Axios, Hochul said the "thoughtful" approach for Democrats is...

    • The Hill12:15edited after publishing
      How the bipartisan data center backlash could reshape politics nationwide

      Bipartisan backlash to data centers is spreading nationwide. How could the panicked political response carry lasting consequences? Plus, democratic socialist Angie Nixon’s upset in the Florida Democratic Senate primary and Sen. Darline Graham’s (R-S.C.) viral debate stumble in South Carolina. Join The Hill’s senior vice president of editorial content, Bill Sammon, and political editor Chris Stirewalt to discuss...

    • fox56.com13:40
      VOTE: Will a candidate's position on data centers affect your vote in November?

      Will a candidate's position on data centers affect your vote in November?

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      • nebraska.tv21 Aug, 13:40their copy
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    • The Hill13:44
      Mike Rogers on push for data center pause: 'Let's get these questions answered'

      Former Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) is calling for a one-year moratorium on data center construction until Michiganders can "get their questions answered" about such projects. The Republican, who is running in Michigan's closely watched Senate race, cited his conversations with voters on the campaign trail about the issue in an interview with NewsNation's Katie Pavlich....

    • foxrochester.com20:31
      From political prize to campaign liability: Data centers become a midterm battleground

      Data centers powering everything from Google searches and streaming services to artificial intelligence are rapidly becoming a major issue on the campaign trail

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      • midmichigannow.com21 Aug, 20:31their copy
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    • The Hill22:38
      Rising data center backlash shakes up 2026 races

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Rising data center backlash shakes up 2026 races As public pushback to data centers boils over, politicians on both sides of the aisle are racing to distance themselves from the controversial facilities. © Adobe Stock Key swing state candidates are scrambling to endorse stricter data center policies and...

15. Sat, 22 August 2026

    3 reports
    • ktiv.com01:57
      Salix moves to dismiss annexation lawsuit as data center moratorium fails

      Salix City Council rejects data center moratorium, allowing talks with Google to proceed. Meanwhile, the city attorney files a motion to dismiss a lawsuit blocking the annexation of the 900-acre site

    • countercurrents.org06:08
      A year in, the data center/AI battle starts to clarify, and the anger is profound

      One of the year’s most important political battles—the one against ICE deportations in Minneapolis this past winter—took place in a geographically confined area filled with people with cellphones who…

    • The Hill21:00
      Rising data center backlash shakes up midterm races

      As public pushback to data centers boils over, politicians on both sides of the aisle are racing to distance themselves from the controversial facilities. Key swing state candidates are scrambling to endorse stricter data center policies and accusing their opponents of being too cozy with the industry, as Americans become increasingly hostile to the rapid...

16. Sun, 23 August 2026

    5 reports
    • Google News - Top Stories09:01
      The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms

      The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms The New York Times See the moment when Republican politicians turned against data centers The Washington Post Exclusive: GOP warns AI companies that data centers are politically radioactive Axios Data-Center Disenchantment WSJ Rising data center backlash shakes up midterm races The Hill

    • Google News - Top Stories12:02
      See the moment when Republican politicians turned against data centers

      See the moment when Republican politicians turned against data centers The Washington Post Exclusive: GOP warns AI companies that data centers are politically radioactive Axios The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms The New York Times Rising data center backlash shakes up midterm races The Hill As GOP warns data centers put Ohio Senate seat at risk, Husted defends energy policy CNBC

    • gizchina.com12:27
      Rising Tensions: AI Data Center Projects Spark Threats Against US Officials

      US officials face death threats and shootings due to support for AI data center projects, leading over 500 local governments to implement restrictive measures.

    • The Hill21:26
      Zeldin warns against banning data centers in US, citing China

      Lee Zeldin, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), on Sunday warned against banning data centers, citing implications for the U.S. in the artificial intelligence race to outpace China. “There's been a push from some states where they're talking about a statewide moratorium and what I've found is that most of this country wants to make...

    • Axios23:15
      Trump says rejecting data centers is "a mistake"

      President Trump defended the expansion of data centers in an interview with his former fixer, Michael Cohen, that aired in full on Sunday. Why it matters: Trump's support comes as data centers face growing backlash in both red and blue states. What he's saying: Trump told Cohen during their interview that the U.S. was leading China in AI "by a lot" and that data centers were not taking power from the grid. "They're making their own power plants. They're building the most beautiful, you've never...

17. Mon, 24 August 2026

    15 reports
    • forbes.com07:39
      Trump Says Those Opposing AI Data Centers Are Making A ‘Mistake’

      The president's embrace of data centers comes amid growing backlash over their impact on communities and pushback from governors from both parties.

    • Google News - Top Stories07:39
      Trump Defends AI Data Centers—Says Opposing Them Is A ‘Mistake’ And ‘Smart Ones’ Want Them

      Trump Defends AI Data Centers—Says Opposing Them Is A ‘Mistake’ And ‘Smart Ones’ Want Them Forbes How the GOP is approaching data center backlash and why Trump is pivoting to North Korea: Morning Rundown NBC News Trump says rejecting data centers is "a mistake" Axios Trump says 'OK' if Republicans oppose contentious data centers USA Today Trump Makes Economic Case For Data Centers The South Shore Press

    • Google News - Top Stories09:00
      Data centers’ ‘oh s--t’ moment

      Data centers’ ‘oh s--t’ moment Politico Opinion | Kyrsten Sinema: Facts around data centers are being distorted The Washington Post Republicans wrestle with data center backlash as Trump promotes the benefits NBC News Exclusive: GOP warns AI companies that data centers are politically radioactive Axios The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms The New York Times

    • Google News - Top Stories13:31
      Republicans wrestle with data center backlash as Trump promotes the benefits

      Republicans wrestle with data center backlash as Trump promotes the benefits NBC News Data centers’ ‘oh s--t’ moment Politico Opinion | Kyrsten Sinema: Facts around data centers are being distorted The Washington Post The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms The New York Times Exclusive: GOP warns AI companies that data centers are politically radioactive Axios

    • Google News - Top Stories13:42
      Trump says communities that oppose data centers are "making a mistake"

      Trump says communities that oppose data centers are "making a mistake" Axios How the GOP is approaching data center backlash and why Trump is pivoting to North Korea: Morning Rundown NBC News Trump says 'OK' if Republicans oppose contentious data centers USA Today Trump Defends AI Data Centers—Says Opposing Them Is A ‘Mistake’ And ‘Smart Ones’ Want Them Forbes Trump Makes Economic Case For Data Centers The South Shore Press

    • Le Figaro (France)14:00
      Julie Girard : « La lutte contre l’IA, nouveau créneau du Parti démocrate américain ? »

      TRIBUNE - Dans une perspective électoraliste, les démocrates américains ont toutes les raisons de faire de la lutte contre l’intelligence artificielle la nouvelle lutte des classes, celle qui oppose la techno-bourgeoisie au prolétariat 3.0. Certains élus l’ont déjà compris, analyse la docteur en philosophie.

    • theage.com.au14:01
      Data centre pipeline doubles as national power use to rise

      The energy market operator has assessed the grid as national power use is set to increase 40 per cent over a decade.

    • yahoo.com14:37
      Louis Navellier sends urgent data center message as moratorium worry mounts

      Veteran fund manager Louis Navellier weighed in on data center stocks after New York instituted a moratorium.

    • El Mundo (Spain)16:58
      Estados Unidos pone el freno a miles de centros de datos por el rechazo de la población

      El gobernador de Texas, Greg Abbott, asegura que las empresas de inteligencia artificial "han cavado su propia tumba". El 61% de los estadounidenses se opone a que se construya uno cerca de su casa Leer

    • The Hill18:07
      President Trump is right about data centers

      Why are people so furious about buildings?

    • techspot.com18:13
      Trump says data center protesters are "making a mistake," but his allies disagree
    • statecollege.com18:32
      Data Centers Are ‘Redefining’ Midterm Races Across Pennsylvania

      Candidates in at least 20 competitive legislative races are staking out data center positions, and Gov. Josh Shapiro has pivoted to a tougher stance.

    • ABC News (Australia)18:41
      Data centres to use nearly as much power as every NSW and Victorian home by 2036

      The rush of AI data centres is expected to put a larger burden on the electricity grid than previously estimated, with projects in development more than doubling in a year.

    • cbs2iowa.com20:46
      Data center backlash grows into election-year fight

      Congressional lawmakers of both parties are wary of finding themselves at odds with midterm voters on AI and the facilities powering it.

    • The Hill21:33
      Politicians aim to distance themselves from data centers

      {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Politicians aim to distance themselves from data centers As public pushback to data centers boils over, politicians on both sides of the aisle are racing to distance themselves from the controversial facilities. © Adobe Stock Key swing state candidates are scrambling to endorse stricter...

18. Tue, 25 August 2026

    18 reports
    • wcjb.com03:20
      Marion County residents divided over future of data centers

      Workshop draws supporters and environmentalists as county weighs decisions on data center development

    • Axios09:30
      The data center era that's reshaping America

      Nothing is driving more new U.S. economic investment or political volatility than data centers . Why it matters: They're the Great Subplot of 2026, THE topic animating the AI race and elections . Everyone needs to understand the size, scope and sentiment surrounding them. The big picture: It's almost impossible to wrap your brain around the scale of the cash dedicated to this buildout — now the biggest capital project in human history. The five biggest hyperscalers — Amazon, Microsoft, Google,...

    • livemint.com09:30
      Big Tech has it wrong: captive power for data centres won't make local communities warm up to them

      Hyperscalers like Amazon plan to build their own power plants in the US so that people don’t complain of data centres driving up electricity bills. But grid use can also lower household bills on economies of scale. Developers need to get that message out.

    • yahoo.com09:46
      City Council to receive AI data center petition from Save Lubbock

      A citizen-led petition that would place an 18-month moratorium on high-energy-use and high-water-use data center development in Lubbock will be presented Tuesday afternoon to the City Council.

    • The Guardian World10:00
      US building twice as much gas-fired capacity as China in AI boom, analysis finds

      There has been a 76% increase in under-construction gas-fired projects amid ‘frenzy’ to build more datacenters The US has surged ahead of China in the building of new gas-fired power generation, largely to feed a boom in artificial intelligence (AI) that is adding vast amounts of planet-heating emissions, a new analysis has found. For decades, China’s rapid economic growth has seen it outpace the US in the addition of new gas power generation but a recent “frenzy” in datacenter construction for...

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    • themorningsun.com10:00
      Residents and officials feeling powerless in Michigan data center fights

      At least 28 officials across eight Michigan communities faced recall efforts but only one official will face a vote in November that could remove her from office.

    • The Guardian World11:04
      Two planned datacentres will have higher UK carbon emissions than ExxonMobil, analysis finds

      Exclusive: Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire sites predicted to emit 4.5m tonnes a year when fully running The carbon emissions from just two planned datacentres in England will exceed all of the fossil fuel company ExxonMobil’s UK emissions, analysis has revealed. Experts have said this demonstrates the “serious threat” datacentres pose to the UK’s legally binding climate goals. Continue reading...

    • Axios12:35
      Exclusive: Climate group presses Dems to seize on data center backlash

      A climate group that backs Democrats is giving the party's 2028 hopefuls and campaign committees advice on how to capitalize on waning public support for data centers, a new memo shows. Why it matters: Data centers have landed atop the political radar , and Climate Power's memo underscores the scramble to turn the backlash into a political advantage ahead of the midterms and 2028. Driving the news: It says "public opinion on data centers is cratering" and argues this provides a political...

    • wknofm.org15:57
      Amid backlash from residents, some cities are upping their standards for acceptable data centers

      As the number of data centers across the U.S. continues to increase, so does public opposition to them.

    • govtech.com15:58
      Durham County, N.C., Votes for Pause on Data Centers

      The moratorium, which was amended before a final vote by county commissioners, is intended to give county staff time to research and draft permanent regulations for data centers on county land.

    • thereporteronline.com16:03
      West Rockhill Supervisors advance third version of data center ordinance

      The ordinance incorporates suggestions from a citizens group and now heads to local and county planning commissions for review.

    • columbiamissourian.com17:00
      AI’s natural gas addiction could be deadly for communities

      Tech companies should be bringing their own renewable energy to power data centers, not burning fossil fuels or driving up costs for consumers.

    • tonyskansascity.com17:10edited after publishing
      Kansas Dems Leverage Local Fights Against Data Centers For Midterms

      previouslyKansas Dems Leverage Local Fights Against Data Centers Fight For Midterms

      A blog about Kansas City politics and culture.

    • The Guardian World17:54
      Trump-backed Ken Paxton unveils ‘Texas first’ datacenter plan aimed at ‘negative impact’

      The Republican Senate candidate announced the plan with a graphic X flagged as ‘Made with AI’ US politics live – latest updates Ken Paxton , a Republican candidate for the US Senate in Texas, has unveiled plans to tackle the “negative impact” of datacenters amid a growing backlash across the political spectrum. Paxton, endorsed by Donald Trump but facing a close contest against Democrat James Talarico, posted a “Texas first” datacenter plan on X with a graphic that the social media network...

    • breitbart.com18:43
      Exclusive–Wynton Hall on Arrogance of Big Tech Elite: Locals Have Every Right to Question Data Centers

      Locals have every right to question data centers, Breitbart News social media director and "Code Red: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI" author Wynton Hall said.

    • wglt.org20:25edited after publishing
      Bloomington council member plans data center discussion with constituents

      previouslyBloomington councilman plans data center discussion with constituents

      "I want everyone to sit down, have coffee, have cookies and educate one another,” said John Danenberger.

    • zerohedge.com20:45
      AI's Next Bottleneck Isn't Chips. It's Power.<!-- -->

      ZeroHedge - On a long enough timeline, the survival rate for everyone drops to zero

    • South China Morning Post20:46
      Trump says China is driving anger at US data centres. These residents disagree

      On the tree-lined streets of Sterling, northern Virginia, Lindsay Shaw’s home sits across from an industrial neighbour that has consumed the past several years of her life: a data centre. When Shaw sits outside, she can hear its constant hum. At night, the security lights blaze through her window, making it harder to sleep. Gas turbines, diesel fumes, and 24/7 industrial noise have choked Shaw’s neighbourhood since the data centre moved in. Meanwhile, in Washington, US President Donald Trump...

19. Wed, 26 August 2026

    19 reports
    • nbcnewyork.com09:08edited after publishing
      In a divided America, left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers

      previouslyLeft and right oppose artificial intelligence data centers

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    • Euronews11:28
      The data centre trap: Trump's AI ambition puts Republicans on the defensive

      Less than three months before the midterm elections, Republicans are already facing tough headwinds – and now an unlikely issue has the potential to galvanise voters against them even further.

    • techtimes.com13:39
      AI Datacenters Would Out-Pollute ExxonMobil UK as Grid Crisis Fuels Gas Lock-In

      AI datacenter carbon emissions in the UK: Foxglove analysis finds two planned gas-powered sites -- Wapseys Wood and Quest Park -- would together emit 4.577 million tonnes of CO2 annually, exceeding ExxonMobil’s entire UK operations, as Britain’s grid connection queue forces developers onto on-site

    • smokymountainnews.com13:49
      Jackson implements data center moratorium -

      Jackson County commissioners are putting a one-year pause on new data center development, joining a growing number of communities across Western North Carolina that have moved to temporarily halt the facilities while local governments figure out how they want to regulate them. Commissioners approved the moratorium Aug. 18, putting a hold on data center development in the county’s planning and development jurisdiction through Aug. 18, 2027. The moratorium prohibits the county from issuing...

    • Libération (France)15:14
      Les énormes besoins en électricité de l’IA risquent de relancer les énergies carbonées

      La consommation mondiale des data centers devrait doubler d’ici 2030 à près de 1 000 TWh, selon le cabinet conseil en énergie Omnegy. Leur rapport publié en juillet alerte sur le risque d’une «refossilisation» mais estime que la France peut miser sur son nucléaire décarboné.

    • inthesetimes.com15:30
      Tenant Organizer Will Lawrence Is Taking on the GOP in a Deep Purple District

      To flip a key Michigan seat, the insurgent candidate is campaigning on housing, healthcare and opposition to data centers.

    • kmuw.org15:34
      Kansans fear impacts of data centers despite promise of economic benefits

      As residents revolt over surge in development, experts say transparency is critical for building trust with a community.

    • publicradioeast.org15:36edited after publishing
      Durham County joins a growing list of areas that have paused data center development across NC

      previouslyDurham County approves a nine-month moratorium on large data centers

      The moratorium Durham County commissioners approved Monday is the latest in a growing list of places in North Carolina that have adopted such measures to help prepare local officials for potential data center development proposals. Here's a rundown of where those moratoriums stand across the Triangle.

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    • Google News - Top Stories16:00
      Everyone is making a U-turn on data centers as public support craters

      Everyone is making a U-turn on data centers as public support craters Politico Here’s all the ways that data center controversies have transformed the midterm elections AP News The GOP'S Data Center Panic Time Magazine Up to 50% of Planned US Data Centers Are at Risk of Delays, Kimmeridge Says Bloomberg.com Why data centers are a top issue in the 2026 midterms Brookings

    • devilslakejournal.com16:00
      No pause on data centers but ND special session to debate nondisclosure deals

      <p>(Aug. 17, 2026) – North Dakota lawmakers will consider a temporary ban on nondisclosure agreements for data centers and other industrial developments during a September special session.</p>

    • krcrtv.com17:11
      West Virginia looks to AI data center boom to help eliminate state income tax

      As artificial intelligence drives a massive expansion of data centers across the country, West Virginia is looking to turn the industry's growth into something

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    • kwit.org18:01
      Growing Trend: More Siouxland counties place moratoriums on data centers

      Growing Trend: More Siouxland counties place moratoriums on data centers.

    • whqr.org19:30
      Data center protesters rally against Duke Energy's proposed gas plant

      Protesters who’ve been fighting data center development rallied against Duke Energy’s proposed gas plant in Davidson and Davie counties at an open house in Mocksville.

    • standardmedia.co.ke21:00
      Greek firm eyes Sh194 billion smart-power system for AI-data centres

      European firm Amaco Energy Group plans to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered smart-power system to energise data centres that will be run using AI, once approved.

    • wbt.com21:44
      Christopher Ruddy On The Brett Winterble Show

      Christopher Ruddy from Newsmax to talk about the upcoming midterm elections and the growing impact of artificial intelligence

    • 1350kman.com21:49
      Incoming Pottawatomie county commissioner opposes ‘power hog’ AI data centers

      Amid a contentious tech infrastructure debate, Judd McCormack said he’s sounding the alarm on AI data centers ahead of his likely term as Pottawatomie County commissioner. McCormack defeated incumbent Gary Yenzer in the primary election. As no Democratic candidate filed for office, McCormack will be elected unless a write-in candidate mounts a winning challenge. To

    • The Hill22:00edited after publishing
      Democrats in key House, Senate races sign AI regulation pledge amid data center scrutiny

      Eighteen House, Senate and gubernatorial candidates have signed a pledge to push for beefed-up regulations on the AI industry, as the rapidly evolving technology continues to impact Americans. The candidates, 17 Democrats and one independent — populist Dan Osborn, who is challenging Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts (Neb.) — agreed to back a five-pronged approach to...

    • PBS NewsHour22:40
      How data centers became a major issue in the midterms

      While there are many issues dividing voters this midterm season, one seems to be uniting them: opposition to AI data centers. Candidates who've taken notice are racing to shape policy around these centers, which could be a defining issue in some races. Lisa Desjardins discussed what it might mean for the midterms with Clara Ence Morse of The Washington Post.

    • gadget.co.za22:50
      AI data centres must respect nature

      Accelerating demand for AI brings scrutiny to environmental footprint, writes CANNINAH DLADLA, Schneider Electric cluster president for Sub-Saharan Africa.

20. Thu, 27 August 2026

    15 reports
    • newrepublic.com00:00
      The Data Center Backlash Is a Rare Bright Spot in American Politics

      The AI industry gleefully sold its products as harmful to the interests of ordinary people. Thankfully, ordinary people decided that there would be consequences for that.

    • kjzz.org00:50
      Pinal County rejects massive La Osa data center. Residents want more rules for future projects

      There are currently no definitions or specific development requirements for data centers under Pinal County's zoning code. Many of the restrictions around water and energy use were self-imposed by the developer.

    • azfamily.com00:53
      Pinal County board rejects massive data center project

      The Pinal County Board of Supervisors voted against rezoning land for a proposed data center project south of Eloy.

    • Bloomberg Politics08:33
      AI Demand Is Squeezing Germany's Data Centers, Minister Says

      “The reality is we are running short of compute capacity, that means demand will rise,” German Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger tells Bloomberg Television. “Europe needs to wake up and use the talents we have,” Wildberger says, adding that German authorities will seek to expedite approval processes for data centers. (Source: Bloomberg)

    • eastbaytimes.com09:45
      Opinion: America’s digital supremacy depends on our ability to upgrade the power grid — quickly

      Staying ahead of international rivals means we must rapidly modernize our aging utility network

    • The Hill10:00
      Trump toes line on data centers as more Republicans pump the breaks

      Republicans’ growing skepticism about data centers is forcing President Trump to balance his steadfast support for the industry with pushback from his party ahead of the midterm elections. While Trump has doubled down on his support of data centers, the president signaled last week he may give GOP candidates room to oppose the facilities as...

    • kesq.com10:00
      To Silicon Valley, anything could be a ‘psyop’

      By Harmeet Kaur, CNN (CNN) — Most Americans don’t want AI data centers near them. There are plenty of well-reported reasons why: People may be concerned about the environmental impacts, or angry over AI companies threatening mass unemployment and skeptical of promises that data centers will usher in a jobs boom. They could be worried

    • delcotimes.com10:05edited after publishing
      Pennsylvanians wary of artificial intelligence and data centers

      A new Franklin & Marshall College poll shows residents are concerned about artificial intelligence and the proliferation of massive data centers.

    • hubcityradio.com10:54
      Aberdeen City Council to have special session to address data centers

      ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Aberdeen City will do a special session Monday to allow local businesses an opportunity to express how data centers can impact them either positively or negatively. This is the second of three scheduled meetings the city is doing as they are looking to establish guidelines for data centers within the... Read more »

    • yahoo.com11:31
      Massive Taylor data center, gas plant faces resident opposition

      Central Texas residents are raising concerns once again about a data center set for a small town outside of Austin. Residents of Taylor are pushing the city to adopt new regulations before officials ...

    • wsiu.org12:57
      Pritzker says state won't trade farmland for data centers during McLean County stop

      Gov. JB Pritzker said he doesn't want to see McLean County farmland given up for data centers. He said the state should be pumping the brakes on the industry rather than rolling out the red carpet for it.

    • cbs12.com16:41
      Palm Beach County advances plan to temporarily ban data centers

      Palm Beach County commissioners are another step closer to approving a one-year ban on large-scale data centers.On Thursday, commissioners unanimously approved

    • nebraskapublicmedia.org18:30
      Data center moratorium introduced by Lancaster County Commissioner

      Lancaster County could become the latest county to put a temporary halt to data center development.

    • PBS NewsHour19:54
      Data center controversies have transformed midterms. Here's where different groups stand

      Snowballing opposition to data centers in communities across the U.S. has transformed the midterm election landscape, thrown a wrench into the plans of the world's richest companies and brought President Donald Trump to its defense.

    • The Hill22:11
      Trump gives GOP breathing room on data centers

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump toes line on data centers as GOP pushes back Republicans’ growing skepticism of data centers is forcing President Trump to balance his steadfast support for the industry with pushback from his party ahead of the midterm elections. © Alex Brandon and Gabriela Passos, Associated Press While Trump has doubled...

21. Fri, 28 August 2026

    8 reports
    • lostcoastoutpost.com01:15
      A Ban on Data Centers in Eureka? City Council to Consider 45-Day Moratorium While Staff Draws Up New Regulations
    • Politico Europe02:00
      UK’s Green Party demands data center ‘pause’

      U.S.-style data center politics could be on their way to the U.K.

    • Channel News Asia03:51
      Australia data centre firm NextDC reports rising water, energy use with profit beat
    • Der Spiegel (Germany)04:13edited after publishing
      Donald Trump: Der Aufstand gegen KI-Rechenzentren wird zur Gefahr für den US-Präsidenten

      Die US-Amerikaner haben ein neues Feindbild: KI-Rechenzentren. Der Widerstand gegen die Serverfarmen wächst rapide, viele Bundesstaaten kündigen Baustopps an: »Ein Fehler«, tadelt Trump und hält zur Big Tech. Noch.

    • wjhg.com11:22edited after publishing
      Democratic gubernatorial nominee, running mate talk AI data center during Panama City visit

      previouslyDemocratic candidates David Jolly and Gwen Graham discuss AI data center impacts during Panama City visit

      During a visit to Panama City, Democratic candidates David Jolly and Gwen Graham warned of local environmental risks and pitched a statewide moratorium on AI data centers.

    • mv-voice.com12:00
      The data center backlash is here — and Big Tech is spending big to shape it
    • foxnews.com13:00
      STEPHEN MOORE: Data centers aren’t just buildings. They are economic engines

      Google has invested over $20 billion in Council Bluffs, Iowa, transforming the transcontinental railroad's Mile Zero into a data center crossroads.

    • theborneopost.com22:01
      China leverages green power to fuel computing boom

      YINCHUAN (Aug 29): As the sun beats down on the edge of the Tengger Desert on a summer day, rows of photovoltaic panels stretch across the dunes, turning intense desert light into electricity. Nearby, the steady hum of servers fills a data centre run by telecom giant China Mobile in the city of Zhongwei, northwestRead More

22. Sat, 29 August 2026

    2 reports
    • spokesman.com10:04
      Data centers can raise electricity prices. WA wants to prevent that

      After a Washington state bill aimed at regulating data centers’ electricity use died in the last legislative session, state utility regulators have picked up the effort.

    • Le Figaro (France)19:30
      «L’IA est devenue une menace existentielle» : les centres de données, enjeu surprise des midterms américains

      RÉCIT - Face à l’impopularité de ces énormes infrastructures destinées à alimenter le boom de l’IA, les candidats démocrates comme républicains rivalisent de superlatifs pour condamner leur implantation et se distancier des géants de la tech.

23. Sun, 30 August 2026

    2 reports
    • yahoo.com09:50
      Oklo vs. X-Energy: Which One Actually Produces Nuclear Power First?

      AI data centers need power, not just chips. Oklo and X-Energy are racing to go nuclear. Here's who is likelier to produce first.

    • mercurynews.com12:00edited after publishing ×2
      Possible billionaire-backed data center proposals cause rift in Oakland

      previouslyBillionaire-backed data center proposals cause rift in Oakland

      A rift was exposed between a progressive councilwoman and leftists who want a ban on the controversial facilities.

24. Mon, 31 August 2026

    22 reports
    • newrepublic.com00:00
      “Horrendous”: MAGA Shreds Trump for Cruel Post on Data Center Critics

      The president’s supporters on Truth Social are up in arms after he said that opponents of data centers “want to end up being backwards and poor.”

    • Times of India01:35
      Microsoft admits AI is making it tough to meet ‘environmental commitments’

      Microsoft is taking significant steps to alleviate employee worries regarding the ecological footprint of its data centers. As the demand for artificial intelligence intensifies, the firm grapples with its promises to cut greenhouse gas emissions. In response to public criticism and local resistance, Microsoft is prioritizing innovative engineering and efficiency improvements, while also refining its approaches to renewable energy and carbon management.

    • gwhatchet.com06:00
      Students join local push to block Amazon’s data center in Loudoun County

      As local officials and residents push back against Amazon’s plans for four data centers on the former Virginia Science and Technology Campus, students are joining the campaign through resharing petitions, organizing and social media advocacy.

    • Google News - Top Stories09:00
      A uniquely bipartisan backlash against data centers shakes up the midterms

      A uniquely bipartisan backlash against data centers shakes up the midterms CNN Opinion | Americans Hate Data Centers. Why? The New York Times Big Tech Crashes Headlong Into American Democracy prospect.org Opinion | Trump Follows the Data on Data Centers WSJ A red line on data centers is splitting Democrats in the midterms USA Today

    • Bloomberg Politics14:36
      Trump Says ‘Let Data Reign’ in Response to Data Center Blowback

      President Donald Trump warned that a growing public backlash to data centers in the US poses an economic threat to communities that oppose new infrastructure needed to power artificial intelligence and risks giving China the upper hand in the AI race.

    • Google News - Top Stories15:31
      Trump: Communities that reject data centers will end up ‘backwards and poor’

      Trump: Communities that reject data centers will end up ‘backwards and poor’ Politico See more headlines & perspectives on Google News

    • The Hill15:36
      Trump says communities opposed to data centers want to be 'backwards and poor'

      President Trump said Monday that communities that do not want AI data centers will suffer economically. “The only reason that communities throughout the U.S.A. should not want Data Centers is if they want to end up being backwards and poor,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “If they want to be successful and rich, with far...

    • Politico Europe15:41
      Trump: Communities that reject data centers will end up ‘backwards and poor’

      It’s the president’s latest line of support for data centers despite growing bipartisan concerns over the cost of such projects.

    • iheart.com16:16
      President Trump Criticizes AI Data Center Opponents

      President Trump criticized communities opposing AI data centers, warning of economic decline. A Fox News poll shows 70% of Americans oppose local data centers, citing environmental concerns. Trump urges communities to embrace data centers for economic benefits.

    • iheart.com16:16
      President Trump Criticizes AI Data Center Opponents

      President Trump criticized communities opposing AI data centers, warning of economic decline. A Fox News poll shows 70% of Americans oppose local data centers, citing environmental concerns. Trump urges communities to embrace data centers for economic benefits.

    • iheart.com16:16
      President Trump Criticizes AI Data Center Opponents

      President Trump criticized communities opposing AI data centers, warning of economic decline. A Fox News poll shows 70% of Americans oppose local data centers, citing environmental concerns. Trump urges communities to embrace data centers for economic benefits.

    • Index.hr (Croatia)16:24
      Trump Amerikancima: Ako ubijemo gusku koja nosi zlatna jaja, sami ćete biti krivi

      AMERIČKI predsjednik Donald Trump ponovno je podržao širenje podatkovnih centara unatoč sve većem protivljenju toj politici među republikancima i demokratima uoči međuizbora u studenom.

    • Dnevnik.hr (Croatia)16:24
      Trump uzvratio na kritike zbog podatkovnih centara: "Želite biti zaostali i siromašni"
    • kold.com16:56
      AG Mayes calls for statewide pause on new data center construction

      Arizona AG Kris Mayes is calling for a statewide pause on new data center approvals, citing rising energy bills and a Colorado River water cut.

    • 24sata (Croatia)17:01
      Trump želi data centre po SAD-u: Ako ubijemo gusku koja nosi zlatna jaja, sami ćete biti krivi

      Širenje podatkovnih centara postalo je važno pitanje uoči izbora za Kongres u studenome

    • ABC News (Australia)17:23
      Trump slams data centre backlash, saying China 'could not be happier'

      The US president warns American voters they "will only have yourselves to blame" if they kill off data centre development, as the issue gains traction ahead of the midterms.

    • The Guardian World17:32edited after publishing
      Trump says datacenter opponents ‘want to end up being backwards and poor’

      previouslyTrump attacks datacenter pushback, saying opponents ‘want to end up being backwards and poor’

      Three-quarters of Americans said in a recent poll that they oppose datacenters being built next to their homes Donald Trump has criticized communities pushing back against datacenter projects across the US amid a growing backlash, warning those that reject them risk becoming “backwards and poor”. As controversy surrounding local datacenter plans continues to swirl around election campaigns nationwide ahead of November’s midterm elections, the US president declared Americans “will only have...

    • Anadolu Agency (AA)17:59
      Trump warns data center opposition will leave US communities 'backwards and poor'

      US president argues data centers would deliver 'far lower taxes and jobs all over the place'

    • Axios18:22
      "Let data reign": Trump and AI investors wage campaign to save data centers

      President Trump has a new message for Americans rebelling over the nation's data-center boom : Get over it. "If we kill the Golden Goose, you will only have yourselves to blame," Trump warned Monday. Why it matters: Nine weeks out from the midterms, the president is charging into a fight Republicans have been scrambling to escape — staking his political capital on one of the most toxic issues in the country. What they're saying: "The only reason that communities throughout the U.S.A. should not...

    • mymotherlode.com18:23
      Tuolumne Supervisors To Respond To Grand Jury, Consider Data Center Moratorium - myMotherLode.com

      The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors will discuss various items at its meeting on Tuesday.

    • Al Jazeera English18:42
      ‘Let Data Reign’: Trump decries opposition to data centres in US

      Despite concerns over electricity and water consumption, US president calls on communities to embrace data centres.

    • midmichigannow.com21:31
      Trump pushes back against data center rejection: 'Let Data Reign'

      The president warned local officials against opposing the facilities in a Monday Truth Social post.

25. Tue, 1 September 2026

    11 reports
    • Google News - Top Stories02:11
      St. Louis becomes the latest battleground in fight over data centers

      St. Louis becomes the latest battleground in fight over data centers CBS News Lawsuit challenges St. Louis data center permit over zoning concerns FOX 2 Advocates sue to block Midtown St. Louis data center permit STLtoday.com Opponents ask court to halt and reverse Midtown data center permit approval bizjournals.com Spencer says she's ready to sign data center rules into instant law, confirms talks underway on mystery north St. Louis project KSDK

    • ČT24 (Czechia)05:00
      Odpor k datacentrům spojil americké konzervativce i liberály, politici začali otáčet

      Výstavba datových center, která jsou nezbytná pro provoz umělé inteligence (AI), naráží v USA na odpor veřejnosti. Mnohým Američanům se nelíbí vysoká spotřeba vody, hluk nebo i riziko úniku chemikálií. Řada politiků, kteří dřív datacentra podporovali, kvůli tomu před listopadovými volbami mění svou rétoriku a slibují omezení jejich provozu. Technologické firmy se však stále mohou opřít o podporu Bílého domu a nečekaně i odborů ve stavebnictví.

    • Times of India06:49edited after publishing
      ‘I regret the tone’: Top tech investor clarifies data center remarks

      previously'I regret the tone': Top tech investor clarifies data centre remarks

      Tech investor Gavin Baker has changed his stance on data centers, now recognizing the valid concerns that were present around eighteen months ago. However, with well-structured projects resolving many of these issues, data centers are now contributing positively to local economies, especially benefiting blue-collar workers in small towns. He suggests that criticism towards data centers may no longer be relevant in light of these advancements.

    • gpb.org07:30
      Savannah is getting interest from data center companies. But the city says not so fast

      Before any official applications for large-load data centers are filed, Savannah officials said they need time to figure out what the city can and cannot permit to future applicants.

    • Bloomberg Politics10:00
      Brazil Election: Data Centers That Are Hated in US Win Support in Brazil

      Data centers have become politically toxic in the US midterm campaign. Not in Brazil’s presidential race.

    • csmonitor.com12:51
      What widespread data center opposition shows us

      The pushback in Utah to what could be one of the planet’s largest data centers shows a growing desire to define what “progress” means.

    • The Hill13:27
      House Republican pushes back on Trump data center support: 'I guess I'm backwards and poor'

      GOP Rep. Tim Burchett (Tenn.) responded on Monday to President Trump’s statement that communities that oppose data center construction want to “end up being backwards and poor.” “I guess I’m backwards and poor,” he told MeidasTouch’s Pablo Manríquez on the House steps. The Tennessee Republican suggested data centers could be built in military installations, instead...

    • The Hill15:17
      Ocasio-Cortez: 'Put a data center up in Mar-a-Lago'

      Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) quipped Monday that a company should build an AI data center near President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, after he said communities will be “backwards and poor” if they oppose the construction of such facilities. “How about we put one in Mar-a-Lago? I love that. Let’s put a data center up in...

    • The Hill15:17
      Ocasio-Cortez: 'Put a data center up in Mar-a-Lago'

      Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) quipped Monday that a company should build an AI data center near President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort after he said communities will be “backwards and poor” if they oppose the construction of such facilities. “How about we put one in Mar-a-Lago? I love that. Let’s put a data center up in...

    • rawstory.com16:10
      New sleeper issue upends farm states — and it's not AI: 'We've never seen this'

      Republicans have spent months bracing for a rural backlash over AI data centers — but another issue is lurking over the horizon for voters in rural states.Diesel fuel prices are grinding toward a record just two months before the midterms, and that matters most for Republican candidates because high...

    • rockfordnewsfirst.com23:39
      Datawatt Energy confirms early discussions for Belvidere data center

      The controversy surrounding the potential project began after the idea of a data center was brought up during a Boone County board meeting nearly two weeks ago.

26. Wed, 2 September 2026

    10 reports
    • wypr.org00:49
      Extending Baltimore County’s data center moratorium: needed time or political theater?

      A majority of council members support extending it.

    • foxbaltimore.com02:30edited after publishing
      Gov. Wes Moore evolves on data centers as Amazon project surges ahead

      Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is striking an evolving tone on the state’s data center boom just two years after his administration helped clear regulatory hurdles for

    • The Guardian World05:45
      Wednesday briefing: ​What’s behind the global backlash against datacentres?

      In today’s newsletter: Communities from Scotland to India are pushing back against datacentres they feel have been forced upon them, warning they threaten energy supplies and the climate Good morning. This summer, datacentres have become targets of resistance across the world. Ever since the arrival of ChatGPT, big tech has been lobbying for the creation of enormous new facilities. Many governments claim they’re essential in any country that wants to cash in on AI. Campaigners argue datacentres...

    • fox13now.com12:24
      Data Center company ponders moving on after Spanish Fork leaders delay Title 15 vote

      Following months of study, then a 2 week delay, Spanish Fork City leaders decided not to amend Title 15, at least for another two weeks.

    • rawstory.com14:08
      Panicking Trump pushes political poison in last-ditch effort to save himself: insiders

      President Donald Trump is mounting an increasingly vocal defense of data centers as polling shows the issue becoming a liability for Republicans, and insiders say he's stuck on the issue because his economic promises have yet to materialize elsewhere.The 80-year-old president has called data centers...

    • memphisflyer.com14:18
      Council Hears Data Center Guideline Proposals as Moratorium Passes Second Reading

      “You can’t continue a moratorium indefinitely."

    • townhall.com15:45
      The Anti-Data-Center Movement Is the New War on Fossil Fuels

      Explore the parallels between the anti-data-center and anti-fossil-fuel movements in America.

    • townhall.com16:45
      Americans Want Trump’s Economic Agenda — Just Not the Data Centers That Make It All Possible

      Explore why Americans support Trump’s economy but oppose AI data centers powering it.

    • foxbusiness.com20:27
      AI infrastructure investment projected to top $31T by 2050

      PwC projects AI infrastructure investment will reach $31.6 trillion by 2050, with the U.S. alone accounting for nearly half of global spending.

    • inforum.com20:50
      Plain Talk: 'Everything that I do and say becomes a target of attack'

      On this Plain Talk, Oliver County State's Attorney Patrick Waters on the brutal Oliver County data center fight and the petition to remove him. Plus, a special legislative session update.

27. Thu, 3 September 2026

    23 reports
    • Japan Times01:07
      AI boom is testing tech firms’ climate pledges

      Emissions from four major AI and cloud computing providers skyrocketed by up to 239% between 2020 and 2024, a report has found.

    • local21news.com01:41
      Sen. McCormick says data centers could be 'economic engine for your community'

      Senator Dave McCormick addressed several items concerning data centers during a conference in Lancaster County Wednesday.McCormick said data centers should be a

    • local21news.com03:35
      Middlesex Township approves first phase of 16-building data center project

      Middlesex Township supervisors in Cumberland County approved the first phase of a major data center development plan Tuesday night.

    • Google News - Top Stories08:45
      Democrats’ new data center attack line

      Democrats’ new data center attack line Politico Dems test new data center attack Politico

    • DW Top Stories08:53
      The hidden environmental cost of AI data centers

      As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies and reshaping the land and air around them.

    • DW Top Stories08:53edited after publishing
      Data centers are everywhere. Here's what they're doing to the planet.

      URL changednow www.dw.com/en/the-hidden-environmental-cost-of-ai-data-centers/a-78789889?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

      As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies and reshaping the land and air around them.

    • DW Top Stories08:53
      Are data centers really bad for the planet?

      URL changednow www.dw.com/en/the-hidden-environmental-cost-of-ai-data-centers/a-78789889?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

      As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies and reshaping the land and air around them.

    • Times of India09:30
      Ohio data centre project faces backlash after one-year moratorium

      Grove City is facing a split among residents regarding a charter amendment targeting substantial developments, including data centers. Proponents assert this measure safeguards the community's unique character and resources against unchecked growth. In contrast, critics warn that the amendment could stifle potential economic opportunities. The decision on this pivotal amendment will be presented to voters on the November ballot.

    • hindustantimes.com09:57
      How data centres became one of America’s hottest political issues

      Growing hatred of the facilities is reshaping the midterm elections | World News

    • The Hill10:00
      Trump, AI industry go on offensive to counter data center backlash

      President Trump and the AI industry are going on the offensive, attempting to bolster support for data centers as they contend with a groundswell of public opposition that has swept across party lines. Trump has not shied away from embracing the controversial server warehouses behind the AI boom, but he appeared to take a no-holds-barred approach Monday as he called for the U.S. to “let Data Reign” and accused the opposition of wanting...

    • thestar.com.my10:00
      AI boom is testing tech firms' climate pledges

      Technology companies are stepping up their climate commitments but not fast enough to counter rapidly inflating energy needs linked to the artificial intelligence boom.

    • Google News - Top Stories12:00
      Capitol agenda: Dems test new data center attack

      Capitol agenda: Dems test new data center attack Politico

    • The Hill12:30
      America's data center insurrection was entirely predictable

      It has finally occurred to the people crowing about trillion-dollar AI valuations that sharing a bit of that wealth is going to be necessary.

    • local12.com14:07
      VOTE: Do you think construction of new data centers is good for the country?

      Do you think construction of new data centers is good for the country?

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    • Bloomberg Politics15:31
      Lawmakers Call for Floor Action on Data Centers

      Data center developers are trying to turn around public perception that has grown hostile to building the facilities powering the artificial intelligence boom, and now lawmakers in both parties are calling for floor action on data center legislation. Gautam Mukunda, lecturer at Yale School of Management, discusses midterms and the growing call for action on data center legislation. (Source: Bloomberg)

    • 953thebear.com15:52
      Brookwood Mayor Gives Fiery Defense of Data Centers at Tuesday Town Hall

      Emotions ran high on both sides of the City of Brookwood's town hall Tuesday afternoon as dozens of residents questioned Mayor Joe Barger and the City Council about at least three data centers proposed for the town's industrial corridor.

    • PBS NewsHour16:14
      EPA proposal could leave the public in the dark on data center plans

      A plan by the Environmental Protection Agency could make it harder for the public to learn about and comment on proposed AI data centers that have sparked backlash in communities across the United States and transformed the midterm election landscape.

    • wrdw.com16:17
      Final forum on Augusta data center rules comes amid national debate

      Augusta leaders extended a pause on data center development to gather public feedback on a proposed data center ordinance.

    • peninsuladailynews.com17:04
      Should local governments preemptively restrict the possibility of data centers on the Peninsula?
    • sungazette.com17:45
      U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser talks data centers, more at tele-town hall

      Data centers and their pros and cons was one of the topics of questions fielded by a federal lawmaker who held a tele-town hall this week. With a data center proposed in Muncy Township, Lycoming County, U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser, R-Dallas, representing the 9th Congressional District, took a question from a woman in Luzerne County, […]

    • thereporteronline.com21:11edited after publishing
      Towamencin advances stricter data center ordinance with 1,000-foot setback, addresses noise concerns

      Officials described the ordinance as a proactive attempt to establish protections before an applicant proposes such a facility.

    • The Hill21:20
      Trump takes the risk on data centers

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump, AI industry go on offensive to counter data center backlash President Trump and the AI industry are going on the offensive, attempting to bolster support for data centers as they contend with a groundswell of public opposition that has swept across party lines. © Manuel Balce Ceneta, Associated Press Trump has not shied away from embracing the controversial...

    • politicalwire.com22:22
      A Democratic Reckoning On Data Centers Is Coming

      "House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries could be on a collision course with progressives and grassroots activists who are demanding Congress pass legislation to pause the construction of new data centers. Jeffries, who is set to

28. Fri, 4 September 2026

    6 reports
    • krgv.com00:15
      Harlingen tables FluidStack data center drainage request after public pushback

      Harlingen city commissioners tabled a drainage agreement with data center firm FluidStack following public pushback, requiring a future open house and new public hearing rules.

    • devilslakejournal.com16:00
      In a divided America, left and right unite to oppose AI data centers

      <p>MURDOCK, Neb. (AP, Aug. 26, 2026) — In rural eastern Nebraska, a technology revolution could rise from fields of corn and soybean in the form of new data centers to power the artificial intelligence boom.</p>

    • matr.net16:13
      Quantica Executives Fund Montana Politicians Before Data Center Proposal

      Two Quantica leaders donated to nine Montana candidates before unveiling a large Yellowstone County data center. These contributions preceded legislative wins favoring data centers despite local…

    • tsln.com19:22
      Trump endorses data centers

      Data centers have become an increasingly controversial subject as the midterm elections approach, but on Monday President Trump said on Truth Social, “The only reason that communities throughout the U.S.A. should not want Data Centers...

    • iDNES (Czechia)20:00
      Ameriku zachvátila hrůza z datacenter. Zabíjíte zlatou slepici, hudruje Trump

      Volby do Kongresu dostaly novou zápletku. Američané se totiž začali bouřit proti masivní výstavbě datacenter, která mají pohánět AI revoluci. Změnu voličských nálad vycítili demokraté i republikáni.

    • The Hill20:32
      Trump says data center opponents face 'poverty, crime and squalor'

      President Trump took aim at data center opponents again Friday, suggesting they want to “go through poverty, crime and squalor.” It marks the second time this week that Trump has gone after critics of AI infrastructure, which has become increasingly unpopular among Americans in recent months. “If you want to get rich as a state...

29. Sat, 5 September 2026

    6 reports
    • NPR News09:00
      Voters are fed up with data centers. Both parties are trying to cash in for midterms

      Democrats and Republicans have found common ground in this campaign season. Both parties have poured millions into ads attacking data centers as the public continues to protest the AI facilities.

    • Google News - Top Stories09:00
      Voters are fed up with data centers. Both parties are trying to cash in for midterms

      Voters are fed up with data centers. Both parties are trying to cash in for midterms NPR Checks and Balance newsletter: America has a new villain The Economist Americans love AI. They don’t want the data centers that power it. Politico Data center moratoria will make life less affordable for Americans The Hill Big Tech Can Build Data Centers People Won’t Hate WSJ

    • The Hill10:00
      Democrats see midterm gift in Trump embrace of data centers

      House Democrats see President Trump's embrace of data centers as a political gift, hoping the radioactive issue will help the party flip control of the chamber in November's midterms. The topic has emerged as a late campaign juggernaut given the sheer proliferation of data centers in a great many communities around the country, which has...

    • Bloomberg Politics14:00
      Trump’s Embrace of AI Data Centers Adds to GOP’s Midterm Peril

      President Donald Trump’s fervent support for artificial intelligence data centers has put him at odds with voters who increasingly oppose them and comes despite direct warnings that his stance threatens to deepen Republicans’ peril in the November midterm elections.

    • El País (Spain)15:50
      La nube de la IA toca tierra: la inversión en infraestructuras roza los 1,5 billones de dólares este año y pone en jaque los recursos del planeta

      La carrera por liderar esta nueva tecnología desata una inversión sin precedentes, pero dispara las alarmas por su voraz impacto energético y el encarecimiento de la electrónica

    • Japan Times23:10
      Trump’s embrace of AI data centers adds to GOP’s midterm peril

      Over the past few months, political strategists have warned Trump administration officials they were in danger of losing the public opinion war over data centers.

30. Sun, 6 September 2026

    6 reports
    • ksmu.org12:02
      Public backlash against data centers is rising. Politicians are playing catchup

      Public sentiment against data centers is running high this election season, leaving politicians of all stripes scrambling to respond. We look at how this is playing out in Pennsylvania.

    • mercurynews.com12:30
      They said it: Data centers spark backlash

      Quote of the week.

    • Times of India12:31
      Here's the industry that does not agree with rest of US that is upset with AI data centers

      AI data center construction is boosting the trucking industry, particularly in rural locations. This surge in building projects is reshaping truck routes and increasing demand for drivers. Flatbed and heavy haul trucks are experiencing significant gains from this new freight activity. Smaller trucking companies are also seeing new business opportunities and growth. However, communities must be cautious about infrastructure changes due to the temporary nature of construction.

    • Google News - Top Stories13:00
      As Trump pushes for data centers, voters in key midterm races say they don’t want them

      As Trump pushes for data centers, voters in key midterm races say they don’t want them NBC News Opinion | I Expected Tech Fatalism. Americans Are Putting Up a Remarkable Fight Instead. nytimes.com Checks and Balance newsletter: America has a new villain The Economist Voters are fed up with data centers. Both parties are trying to cash in for midterms NPR Backlash over data centers hits California, and the midterms Los Angeles Times

    • nbcnews.com13:00edited after publishing
      As Trump pushes for data centers, voters in key midterm races say they don’t want them

      An NBC News Decision Desk Poll found that 69% of respondents oppose building AI data centers in their areas, with 45% saying they “strongly oppose” the idea.

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    • Google News - Top Stories14:00
      Democrats have finally figured out their campaign message on data centers

      Democrats have finally figured out their campaign message on data centers Politico Democrats see midterm gift in Trump embrace of data centers The Hill Thompson introduces bill to protect farmland from eminent domain National Hog Farmer Democrats look to use data centers as political football in midterm dogfight Heartlander News Rep. Thompson Unveils Bill to Protect Farms from Eminent Domain as Data Center Debate Intensifies wzmq19.com

31. Mon, 7 September 2026

    1 report
    • marinij.com19:57
      California Voice: Doing data centers differently could win back community trust

      The data center boom presents the tech sector with a rare opportunity to rebuild public trust.

32. Tue, 8 September 2026

    9 reports
    • tportal (Croatia)05:32
      AI podatkovni centri gutaju goleme količine vode. Nvidia tvrdi da ima rješenje

      Podatkovni centri u Sjedinjenim Državama suočavaju se sa sve većim nezadovoljstvom javnosti zbog velike potrošnje vode i energije, no tehnološki divovi koji u njih ulažu milijarde dolara tvrde da se potrošnja vode može znatno smanjiti

    • 24sata (Croatia)05:48
      Tehnološki giganti tvrde da novi data centri nisu više tako žedni

      Američki proizvođač čipova Nvidia u izvješću iz lipnja naveo je da se u nekim podatkovnim centrima potreba za vodom može gotovo u potpunosti ukloniti primjenom sustava DSX, što je njihov novi sustav za projektiranje i upravljanje podatkovnim centrima za umjetnu inteligenciju.

    • Index.hr (Croatia)06:05
      Podatkovni centri više nisu tako "žedni", tvrde tehnološki giganti

      PODATKOVNI centri veliki su objekti s računalnim poslužiteljima koji pokreću internet, a sve više i umjetnu inteligenciju. Računala se zagrijavaju, pa je za njihovo hlađenje potrebna voda.

    • iheart.com10:16
      Data Center Developer to Present at Chillicothe Council Review Session Tonight

      Today's Country for Fayette County

    • iheart.com10:16
      Data Center Developer to Present at Chillicothe Council Review Session Tonight

      Fayette County's Oldies Station

    • techradar.com18:35
      American truckers are benefiting from AI data center boom, and that’s exactly why they don’t share the same opinion of the majority of Americans

      AI data centers are creating a boom in the demand for trucking

    • wbsm.com20:56
      Order Requires Local Approval, Benefit Agreements for Data Centers

      Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order Tuesday subjecting proposed data center projects to local approval before developers can move on to state permitting.

    • wbsm.com21:32
      New Bedford Mayor Proposes Immediate Citywide Ban on Data Centers

      Mayor Jon Mitchell has filed an ordinance to pause data center projects in New Bedford while the city studies infrastructure demands and crafts new rules.

    • Bloomberg Politics22:02
      Newsom’s Data-Center Stance Could Define His 2028

      California Governor Gavin Newsom, who has close ties to Silicon Valley, is facing some tough calls about regulating AI data centers. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Erika D. Smith says his decision could finally cast him as a populist — or further entrench his appearance as a member of so-called elite. (Source: Bloomberg)

33. Wed, 9 September 2026

    9 reports
    • kold.com00:18
      Arizona governor rejects data center moratorium call as debate escalates

      Two of Arizona’s most powerful Democrats are offering sharply different ideas about how to manage the rapid growth of the data center industry.

    • boston.com00:48
      Healey signs executive order requiring new data centers to get local approval before development

      Under the order, the state cannot advance permits projects unless developers have filed a community benefits agreement.

    • The Guardian World06:00
      UK datacentres will create just 25% of jobs predicted by tech sector, analysis finds

      Facilities likely to employ 10,400 workers, compared with 40,000 in industry estimates, thinktank says Datacentres in the UK will create just a quarter of the jobs predicted by the tech sector, while consuming vast amounts of energy, according to new research. Environmental thinktank Verdant predicts that all the datacentres currently planned are likely to directly employ 10,400 workers – compared with the more than 40,000 cited in projections by the industry lobby group TechUK. Continue...

    • Bloomberg Politics09:30
      Why Data Center Backlash Is Shaping the 2026 US Midterm Elections

      Spending on data centers, the backbone of the artificial intelligence industry, has reached new highs in 2026. In response to the infrastructure boom, opposition to the facilities has exploded this year, escalating from a niche local issue to a defining topic ahead of the November midterm elections. Almost overnight, candidates across the political spectrum have reshaped their messaging in response to a grassroots backlash against a build-out backed by hundreds of billions of dollars in tech spe

    • wtop.com10:10
      ‘A Trojan horse’: Northern Virginia congressman pushes national data center legislation

      U.S. House Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, a Virginia Democrat, has introduced a package of four bills that would set national requirements for data center development.

    • dmnews.com11:00
      Tennessee gives sales tax breaks to data centers but has no legal way to track what they cost, and a 2027 bill would pause new exemptions for three years while the Department of Revenue finally counts

      Rep. Aftyn Behn's Blank Check to Data Centers Act would also force per-facility disclosure of recipient names and counties for the first time.

    • politicalwire.com12:06
      AI Lobby Braces for Political Fight

      "Backlash against the nationwide data center buildout is threatening to shape the 2026 midterm elections," NBC News reports."But the lead strategists behind one of the biggest pro-AI groups believe the political and policy fights around AI and data centers are merely 'in the early innings' — and t

    • Bloomberg Politics17:12
      Data Center Restrictions on Energy Costs Spread to Massachusetts

      Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has joined a growing body of state officials clamping down on data center developers in ordering a new slate of restrictions on the contentious facilities this week.

    • parkrapidsenterprise.com18:52
      Where do Minnesota fairgoers land on hot-button political issues?

      Polls by the Minnesota House and Minnesota Senate lend some insight into public opinion on guns, data centers and Waymo, among other issues lawmakers have looked at in recent sessions.

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34. Thu, 10 September 2026

    13 reports
    • kpbs.org00:28
      Court overturns approval of Imperial County data center, orders environmental review

      Judge L. Brooks Anderholt ruled that county officials illegally shielded the nearly-1 million square-foot data complex from state environmental review.

    • wchstv.com02:12
      Communities from Putnam to Tucker unite over data center concerns

      Multiple data center projects have been proposed across West Virginia, with a new development announced this week.

    • tportal (Croatia)10:04
      AI podatkovni centri postaju ozbiljan problem za električne mreže

      Elektroenergetska infrastruktura ne može pratiti sve rašireniju upotrebu tehnologija koje počivaju na velikim količinama podataka, upozorila je upozorila je Gospodarska komisija Ujedinjenih naroda za Europu (UNECE), izdvojivši među rizicima podatkovne centre za umjetnu inteligenciju

    • wror.com10:34
      Massachusetts Requires Local Approval for Data Centers Under New Executive Order

      Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced boundaries on the construction of new data centers in the Commonwealth. Healey signed an executive order that requires data centers to secure local approval...

    • clevescene.com13:03
      Rep. Tristan Rader, Councilman Charles Slife Warn Ohioans of Unrestricted Data Center Growth

      Rep. Tristan Rader, Councilman Charles Slife Warn Ohioans of Unrestricted Data Center Growth - Cleveland Scene

    • clevescene.com13:20
      Questionable Data Center Forecasts Are Driving Up Ohio Power Bills

      Questionable Data Center Forecasts Are Driving Up Ohio Power Bills - Cleveland Scene

    • 24sata (Croatia)14:30
      Podatkovni centri: Manje radnih mjesta od obećanog i sve veći teret za električne mreže?

      Najnovije analize sugeriraju da bi broj radnih mjesta u podatkovnim centrima mogao biti znatno manji od očekivanog, što otvara pitanje o stvarnim ekonomskim koristima najavljenih ulaganja, uključujući i projekt "Pantheon AI" u Hrvatskoj.

    • kiow.com15:58
      Rezoning Change in Hancock County Denied

      Hancock County's Planning & Zoning Commission voted Wednesday night to deny a request for a zoning change to build a potential data center near Garner. The unanimous vote came during a near-three hour meeting before a standing-room-only crowd. Some three-dozen people spoke during a public hearing, with the majority opposing the data center. Garner resident...

    • smdp.com16:00
      California's Data Center Challenge: Rebuilding Community Trust

      How California and tech companies can rebuild public trust in data center development through transparency, equitable benefits, and clean energy commitments.

    • Bloomberg Politics19:35
      Data Center Construction Should Be Decided At 'Local Level' Says Beth Van Duyne

      Republican Representative from Texas Beth Van Duyne said that decisions around data center construction should be made at the local level and that local governments and constituents should have conversations about the reality of the impact on the ground, but that she does not see it as a federal issue. The Congresswoman also discussed the midterm races in Texas and said that she expects more PAC money to flow into statewide races. (Source: Bloomberg)

    • Bloomberg Politics21:24
      US Interior Sec. Burgum on Trump Dividend, Gas Prices and Data Centers

      US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says Congress should approve President Donald Trump's $5,000 payment for Americans. Burgum says "everything's on the table" when it comes to trying to lower gas prices. The secretary also says data centers could benefit neighborhoods. He speaks to Kailey Leinz on "Balance of Power." (Source: Bloomberg)

    • Channel News Asia22:21
      Microsoft plans 38 gigawatts of data center capacity by 2032, Bloomberg News reports
    • kjzz.org23:32
      Corporation Commission debate came with intense sparring over data centers

      Democrat hopefuls Jonathon Hill and Clara Pratte accused Republican incumbent Kevin Thompson for out-of-control data center development and rising utility bills.

35. Fri, 11 September 2026

    3 reports
    • Slobodna Dalmacija (Croatia)14:31
      Data rat SAD-a i Kine: Amerika ima čak 5400 data centara, Kina samo 449. Ali, Amerikanci se plaše jednog scenarija...

      I, dok je predsjednik Donald Trump opsjednut vlastitom promocijom (upravo je 2. rujna puštena u opticaj kovanica od jednog dolara s njegovim likom), borbom protiv unutarnjih (Demokrati) i vanjskih (Iran) neprijatelja, te izgradnjom raskošne plesne dvorane u Bijeloj kući, dotle Kina u “miru i tišini”...

    • 24sata (Croatia)16:20
      Ideja iz Finske: Uveli bi sustav dozvola za podatkovne centre

      Nordijske zemlje već godinama privlačne ulagače u podatkovne centre hladnom klimom, proizvodnjom struje s niskom razinom ugljika i pouzdanim elektroenergetskim mrežama, ali građane i političare sve više zabrinjava opterećenje infrastrukture.

    • mprnews.org18:22
      Developer withdraws proposed North Loop data center in former Star Tribune printing plant

      Virginia-based Legacy Investing withdrew from a purchase agreement for a 20-megawatt data center at the former Star Tribune printing facility in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis.

36. Sat, 12 September 2026

    2 reports
    • greeleytribune.com09:37
      Letters: More info needed on data center decision; vote for Laubacher

      Letters to the editor for Sept 12, 2026.

    • macombdaily.com09:45
      Legislation to ban tax abatements for data centers introduced in Ohio

      At the time, Troy noted, the state revenue loss from the Data Center Tax Exemption was estimated at (about) $136 million . As of 2025, it has cost the state $1.6 billion, “a miscalculation” of nearly 1,200 percent.

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37. Sun, 13 September 2026

    2 reports
    • NPR News12:04
      From fracking to data centers: Hearing from people on both sides of the opposition

      NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with environmentalist, Bill McKibben, and public relations specialist, Frank Maisano, about opposition to industrial development projects like fracking and data centers.

    • The Hill16:00
      Data center hysteria is our latest group chat gone wild

      The author argues against the growing public panic surrounding data centers, suggesting instead that they be managed through transparent regulation and market-based utility rates rather than bans or subsidies.

38. Mon, 14 September 2026

    4 reports
    • publicradioeast.org10:26
      Vote on proposed one-year data center moratorium in Beaufort County postponed

      The Board of Commissioners was scheduled to vote on the temporary freeze tonight, but officials pushed the decision back to October 5th to give the community more time to provide feedback.

    • iheart.com18:59
      Chillicothe Council Continues Debate on Data Center Tonight after Review a Week Ago

      Today's Country for Fayette County

    • portcitydaily.com20:30
      Temporary moratorium on data centers passes in Southport

      SOUTHPORT — A 15-month moratorium is in effect in Southport as the town decides how to address data centers in its unified development ordinance. The board of aldermen voted unanimously on Thursday…

    • PBS NewsHour22:25
      Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Washington's response to AI and data center concerns

      NPR's Tamara Keith and Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter join Amna Nawaz to discuss the latest political news, including how Washington is responding to AI and data center concerns, Mitch McConnell returning to the Senate and how midterm voters feel about affordability and political corruption.

39. Tue, 15 September 2026

    7 reports
    • wrjn.com01:41
      More data, more gas? Wisconsin power plant rules face scrutiny

      Wisconsin’s data center boom is driving demand for more electricity and clean energy advocates said the state’s utility business model could steer the need toward expensive fossil fuel-based power sources.

    • foxnews.com10:00
      Trump’s data center push fractures Congress as local anger explodes: 'Grasping at straws'

      Democratic lawmakers push to restrict data centers over water use and electricity bills while Republicans highlight AI race benefits and local control.

    • jpost.com12:28
      'China, Democrats hoax': Donald Trump dismisses fears over AI in call with Nvidia CEO

      "The data centers are great, and they make people wealthy, and they make states wealthy. And it's the oil of the next 20 to 25 years; it's even bigger than the internet," Trump claimed on Monday.

    • Tagesschau (Germany)14:16
      Wie Forscher den Strombedarf von KI senken wollen

      Mehr KI bringt mehr Rechenzentren mit sich - und damit mehr Strombedarf? Deutsche Forscher werkeln an sparsamerer Künstlicher Intelligenz. Erste wertvolle Erkenntnisse liegen bereits vor. Von Judith Kösters.

    • Axios19:02
      Scoop: Trump pollster gives GOP a data center survival guide

      President Trump's longtime pollster is offering Republican candidates a detailed playbook for neutralizing Democratic attacks over AI data centers — down to what language they should and shouldn't use. Why it matters: Republican strategists say GOP candidates have been all over the map in responding to the backlash to data centers. The goal is to put Republicans on offense after months of playing defense on the issue. Driving the news: Pollster Tony Fabrizio warns in a two-page memo obtained by...

    • ABC (Spain)23:39
      Cómo los centros de datos se han convertido en uno de los temas políticos más candentes de EE.UU.

      Un espectro acecha a Estados Unidos: el de los centros de datos. Estos almacenes repletos de ordenadores, que impulsan el auge de la inteligencia artificial en el país, se han vuelto menos populares que casi cualquier otro tipo de infraestructura, incluso que las centrales nucleares. Los condados y los estados se apresuran a someterlos a una gran cantidad de trámites burocráticos o a prohibirlos por completo. En julio, la Ley de protección de los consumidores de electricidad, diseñada para...

    • Channel News Asia23:42
      New York proposes $1 million per megawatt community investment for data centers
40. Wed, 16 September 2026

    10 reports
    • fox5dc.com02:54
      Loudoun County supervisors advance 12-month data center moratorium

      Loudoun County's Board of Supervisors advanced a proposed 12-month pause on new data center projects.

    • kshb.com04:06
      Leavenworth County to host special meeting for neighbor input on 1,000-acre data center proposal

      In Tonganoxie, dozens of neighbors are getting ready to raise their voice in opposition over a 1,000-acre data center proposal just a few miles from town at a special meeting.

    • rechargenews.com04:32
      Mapped: Europe's largest data centre projects – and how they plan to get their power
    • Axios09:00
      Tech giants launch flexible-power coalition for data centers

      A new coalition launched Wednesday is seeking a triple win for a data center industry that lately has struggled to notch any wins at all. The big picture: Tech giants Google and Nvidia are partnering with startup Emerald AI to back data centers that can flex their power demand — a strategy they say could curb electricity prices, mollify angry neighbors and grow the economy with more AI infrastructure. The launch comes amid mounting backlash to data centers centered on their resource impacts and...

    • Index.hr (Croatia)13:50
      Podatkovni centri postaju sve veći izvor zagađenja vječnim kemikalijama

      PODATKOVNI centri, ključni za AI, postaju veliki zagađivači. Koriste 'vječne kemikalije' (PFAS) koje završavaju u okolišu, a zabilježeni su i incidenti poput izlijevanja dizelskog goriva.

    • wamc.org16:11edited after publishing
      Are data centers impacting your electricity bill?

      The demand for electricity is increasing, and New York's aging energy infrastructure is struggling to keep up. As data centers line up to connect to the power grid, New York is reassessing its clean energy goals. Ten minutes a day, every weekday, ready by 5 p.m., just in time for your commute. Subscribe today wherever you listen to podcasts!

    • Al Jazeera English16:45
      Poll shows Americans are increasingly alarmed by AI’s ecological footprint

      New poll finds over half of Americans fear AI-driven data centers will hike electricity costs and strain water supplies.

    • portlandtribune.com18:20
      Nine months in, Kotek’s Data Center Advisory Committee shares many questions, few answers

      The committee posted a 20-page report of “preliminary learnings and questions” the public can comment on through Oct. 24. Following seven fact-finding meetings over nine months, Gov. Tina Kotek’s Data […]

    • everettindependent.com20:30
      Data centers: We have met the enemy and they are us
    • PBS NewsHour20:52
      The one issue where Republicans and Democrats are unified before the midterms, according to this poll

      Americans have grown more concerned about the environmental impacts of artificial intelligence over the last year, according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago.

41. Thu, 17 September 2026

    7 reports
    • Die Zeit (Germany)03:59
      Rechenzentren in den USA: Der Kampf ums »digitale Tor zur Hölle«

      Die Angst vor KI ist das wichtigste Wahlkampfthema in den USA. Vor allem für Donald Trump wird das zum Problem.

    • Channel News Asia10:06
      In Silicon Valley, AI data center boom meets local resistance
    • lowellsun.com11:00
      Lowell drafts community benefits agreement on data centers, development

      LOWELL — Data centers were back on the city’s municipal agenda as the City Council Neighborhoods Subcommittee met Wednesday night to discuss a community benefits agreement framework for development in Lowell.

    • Times of India14:50
      Why AI boom matters to real estate: Inside the $3 trillion data centre opportunity

      Calls to slow AI development are impacting data centre stocks. AI could drive seventy percent of global data centre demand by 2030. However, broader digital transformation continues to fuel infrastructure needs. Data centre companies are adapting funding models to meet this ongoing demand. Institutional investors maintain strong conviction in the data centre real estate sector.

    • The Hill20:11
      Haaland backs data center moratorium in New Mexico

      New Mexico gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland (D) on Thursday backed a moratorium on the construction of data centers in her state, citing environmental and workforce-related concerns. In a policy framework on her website, Haaland backed “open, transparent, and meaningful” conversations within communities about the impacts of AI data centers. She also called for requiring data...

    • The Hill22:53
      Moore says he would 'absolutely sign' statewide data center moratorium

      Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) said Thursday he would "absolutely sign" a statewide data center moratorium if brought to his desk, joining other governors and elected officials calling for a freeze on developing new data centers. "If the statewide moratorium bill lands on your desk in 2027, would you sign it?" Punchbowl News's Mikenzie Frost...

    • abqjournal.com23:11
      Deb Haaland vows to impose data center moratorium via executive order if elected governor

      The governor candidate proposes pausing new large-scale projects until water, energy and job protections are in place

42. Fri, 18 September 2026

    12 reports
    • mynewsla.com01:42
      LA County Issues Temporary Ban on Data Centers Across Unincorporated Areas

      Los Angeles County’s planning director Thursday ordered an immediate prohibition on the development of large-scale data centers that power artificial intelligence in unincorporated areas of the county. Department of Regional Planning Director Amy Bodek issued the directive in a memorandum Thursday, saying it is intended to serve as interim guidance for planning staff while the […]

    • mynewsla.com02:42
      LA County Issues Temporary Ban on Data Centers Across Unincorporated Areas

      Los Angeles County’s planning director Thursday ordered an immediate prohibition on the development of large-scale data centers that power artificial intelligence in unincorporated areas of the county. Department of Regional Planning Director Amy Bodek issued the directive in a memorandum Thursday, saying it is intended to serve as interim guidance for planning staff while the […]

    • kmuw.org09:00
      A rural Kansas town considers data center as a big swing to revitalize its economy

      City officials are tempted by what a massive data center could mean for the eroding tax base of Osawatomie, Kansas, even as some residents revolt against the proposal.

    • dailyyonder.com09:59
      Yonder Radio Special Report - Power Dynamics: The Rural Data Center Boom

      This week on Yonder Radio, we’re taking a deep dive into the rapid expansion of data centers across rural America.

    • The Hill15:40
      More than 100 Democratic operatives urge party leaders to reject AI cash

      More than 170 Democratic organizers and campaign staff members are calling on the party's leaders to reject campaign donations from the pro-artificial intelligence super PAC Leading the Future (LTF) as the debate over AI safety and regulations intensifies in Washington. The letter, first shared with The Hill on Friday, argues the millions of dollars from...

    • Channel News Asia15:42
      Virginia tightens data center restrictions amid political backlash
    • The Hill16:43edited after publishing
      Data centers, drawing concerns over water and power, may have another surprise impact: Forever chemicals

      previouslyData centers, drawing concerns over water and power, may have another surprise impact: forever chemicals

      As AI data centers face intense public pushback over issues including their electricity and water use, another potential environmental impact is percolating: the proliferation of forever chemicals. Data centers can use these chemicals in at least two ways: in their cooling processes and through their more general use of semiconductors. Supporters say that their use...

    • Anadolu Agency (AA)18:57
      AI boom pushes Belgium’s data center power demand toward eightfold increase

      Country's 47 large data centers use 3.2 TWh annually, with demand expected to rise to 27.3 TWh by 2034

    • citizensvoice.com19:15
      22 regional data center projects and where they stand

      The developer of at least one of the 22 data center campuses proposed for Northeastern Pennsylvania doesn’t expect the executive order Gov. Josh Shapiro signed in August to slow down the project.

    • The Hill19:50
      Spanberger announces tightened data center restrictions, clean energy mandates in Virginia

      Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) on Friday announced a new proposal to tighten restrictions on data center developments in the Old Dominion. The governor’s “Data Center Accountability Framework” outlines several objectives for the commonwealth’s approach to these projects, including cutting down on noise pollution and water use tied to these projects and promoting clean energy...

    • cleantechnica.com22:25
      Sierra Club Applauds Governor Abigail Spanberger's Data Center Executive Order and Policy Framework Release

      Support CleanTechnica's work through a Substack subscription, on Patreon, or on Stripe. Help us produce all of the high-quality, original content we publish week after week despite the challenges of content-scraping AI, antisocial media, inflation, and other hurdles. Sierra Club Applauds Governor Abigail Spanberger’s Data Center Executive Order and Policy ... [continued]

    • upr.org22:40
      Daily news: Iron County is making new rules while data center development is paused

      In other news, the Navajo Nation was hit with deadly flash flooding this week. And, the Natural History Museum of Utah is holding an all-ages dinosaur art contest.

43. Sat, 19 September 2026

    4 reports
    • observer-reporter.com07:30
      Springhill Township adopts data center, power generation ordinances

      The three members of the Springhill Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a pair of ordinances restricting data centers and associated fossil fuel power facilities during a Thursday night meeting, capping a monthslong effort to regulate the high tech industry in rural southern Fayette County. This effort follows a third ordinance regulating noise and dust […]

    • Channel News Asia10:05
      Democrats try to ride data center backlash to election victory in rural US Midwest
    • 1037theloon.com16:53
      Interim Moratorium On Data Centers Heads To Rice City Council Vote

      Rice city council is voting Monday night on putting the brakes on new data centers for a year while they figure out what these massive facilities mean for the community.

    • fool.com20:30
      How to Earn $600 a Month From the Pipeline Stocks Powering AI Data Centers

      These pipeline companies are cashing in on the AI data center power boom.

44. Sun, 20 September 2026

    4 reports
    • k96fm.com00:03
      Montana Wants Data Centers. Voters Aren't So Sure.

      Montana is trying to attract data-center development, but a new poll shows most voters don't want one in their community or a neighboring county.

    • salemnews.net11:00
      Data centers generate much needed property tax revenue

      Columbiana County has never been handed anything. The people who built this region did it with their hands, their backs, and a willingness to show up every day for industries that weren’t always glamorous but were always real. The steel mills, the pottery works, the oil and gas fields gave families here a foothold. When […]

    • Le Figaro (France)12:22
      IA : la fronde contre les data centers prend une ampleur inédite et déchire les États-Unis

      RÉCIT - Trois Américains sur quatre ne veulent plus de ces énormes complexes technologiques près de chez eux. La grogne ne cesse de monter avant les élections de mi-mandat.

    • Times of India13:26
      Washington couple claims ‘Microsoft data centre conspiracy’ over 44-acre land dispute

      A couple in Washington is confronting major obstacles in their attempts to build on family land, having already invested nearly $300,000 on necessary studies and regulatory compliance. The county's demand to set aside over two-thirds of their property for mitigation raises concerns for the couple, especially in light of nearby Microsoft data centre comparisons. They claim this treatment is unjust and liken the demand to extortion.

45. Mon, 21 September 2026

    12 reports
    • Google News - Top Stories09:00
      The data center backlash is reshaping American politics — one community at a time

      The data center backlash is reshaping American politics — one community at a time NPR See more headlines & perspectives on Google News

    • NPR News09:00
      The data center backlash is reshaping American politics — one community at a time

      With striking speed, the widespread debate around data centers has become a fault line in American communities, cutting across political parties and forging unexpected alliances.

    • Politico Europe11:08
      EU pressures Big Tech to go green with new data center sustainability label

      The scheme, which forces data centers to disclose energy and water use, would be the most comprehensive of its kind in the world.

    • Le Monde English13:51
      EU proposes energy rating for data centers

      The EU said its scheme would provide the public with information on the water and energy use of sites with capacity above 500 kW. Like the rating already used for home appliances, the rating will rank data centers on a color-coded scale.

    • Le Monde (France)14:15
      Le potentiel de l’IA pour lutter contre le réchauffement climatique « reste à concrétiser », selon un rapport

      Une mission d’information du Sénat affirme que développer des centres de données axés sur l’intelligence artificielle en France peut contribuer à réduire l’empreinte environnementale de cette technologie.

    • euobserver.com14:21
      Loophole in new EU labelling will let fossil-fuelled data-centres pass as ‘green’

      The European Commission's new rating system grades data centres on efficiency, but does not show their emissions or how much power and water they use. It also lets sites partly powered by fossil fuels present themselves as renewable by buying green certificates over a whole year.

    • tomshardware.com16:00
      Local opposition blocked $68 billion worth of data center projects in the second quarter of 2026

      Local opposition to data center buildouts has blocked $68 billion worth of data center projects in the second quarter of 2026, despite investments still rising.

    • theregister.com16:35
      AI can't outprompt a shortage of power, water, and land

      Forrester predicts operators will face tariffs, grid commitments, and tougher community scrutiny

    • Libération (France)16:37
      Une IA plus verte, «connectée au territoire» et transparente : des sénateurs livrent leurs recommandations

      Un rapport de la commission de l’aménagement du territoire et du développement durable du Sénat, publié ce lundi 21 septembre, estime que le développement d’une intelligence artificielle économe en énergie doit être une priorité pour la France.

    • Le Monde English16:41
      AI's climate-fighting potential remains largely untapped, French report says

      A committee in the French Senate examining AI's environmental impact said that developing AI-focused data centers in France could help reduce the technology's environmental footprint.

    • The Hill18:16
      AI ads flood campaign trail despite growing data center outrage, 'doomsday' warnings

      Ads shaped by artificial intelligence are everywhere on the campaign trail, even as AI data centers become a major midterm issue and a potential liability for Republican candidates. In the Texas Senate race, Republican state Attorney General Ken Paxton’s campaign put out a new ad earlier this month depicting his Democratic opponent James Talarico as...

    • newschannel9.com18:57
      Lawsuit: Company behind Project MidSpan sues Bradley County over data center rules

      The company behind a proposed data center near Walker Valley High School says it paid nearly $20 million for the property before Bradley County changed its zoni

46. Tue, 22 September 2026

    7 reports
    • Google News - Top Stories02:47
      Alibaba Unveils AI Chip to Drive 20GW of Data Centers by 2032

      Alibaba Unveils AI Chip to Drive 20GW of Data Centers by 2032 Bloomberg.com See more headlines & perspectives on Google News

    • Index.hr (Croatia)09:23
      Google gradi golemi podatkovni centar u Austriji. Stotine ljudi prosvjedovale

      OKO 400 ljudi prosvjedovalo je u Austriji protiv gradnje Googleovog podatkovnog centra, zabrinuti zbog goleme potrošnje vode, energije i netransparentnosti projekta.

    • Bloomberg Politics09:30
      Why the Data Center Backlash Has Republicans on the Back Foot

      Spending on data centers, the backbone of the artificial intelligence industry, has reached new highs in 2026. In response to the infrastructure boom, opposition to the facilities has exploded this year, escalating from a niche local issue to a defining topic ahead of the November midterm elections. Almost overnight, candidates across the political spectrum have reshaped their messaging in response to a grassroots backlash against a build-out backed by hundreds of billions of dollars in tech spe

    • kptv.com13:00
      Oregon data centers generate $60 million in statewide tax revenue, research study finds

      An ECONorthwest report reveals data centers generate $60M in taxes but consume energy equal to 71% of all Oregon homes.

    • infotechlead.com16:50
      Why Are AI Data Centers Turning to Nuclear Power? Microsoft, Amazon, Google and Meta Accelerate the 2026 Power Race
    • capjournal.com18:43
      City of Madison continues talks on possible data center

      The small-scale data center would be used for cryptocurrency mining, and the commission plans to hold further discussions at upcoming meetings.

    • nbcmiami.com20:55edited after publishing
      ‘In utter disbelief': Residents question planned data center in NW Miami-Dade

      previouslyResidents question planned data center in NW Miami-Dade

47. Wed, 23 September 2026

    11 reports
    • PBS NewsHour09:00
      Voters don't like data centers. They really don't like them close to home

      Fifty-eight percent of U.S. voters say the construction of new data centers by tech will mostly have a negative effect on the country. And 65% of voters oppose construction in their communities.

    • La Repubblica (Italy)12:05
      Intelligenza artificiale, perché cresce la rivolta popolare contro i “data center”

      I centri di dati dell’IA sottraggono assorbono una quantità enorme di energia e risorse idriche, oltre ad aumentare la temperatura circostante, anche di uno o due gradi. E molti cittadini, nel Regno Unito e nel resto del mondo, non ci stanno

    • iDNES (Czechia)13:07
      V Ralsku plánují obří datové centrum pro AI, spotřebu bude mít jako krajské město

      Výstavbu obřího datového centra pro umělou inteligenci (AI) připravuje v průmyslové zóně v Ralsku na Českolipsku soukromý investor. Liberecký kraj i město Ralsko požadují k projektu posouzení vlivů na životní prostředí, takzvanou velkou EIA. Posoudit je třeba i kumulaci s dalšími záměry v území, uvedl hejtman Martin Půta. Kraj na nedalekém letišti připravuje výstavbu velké fotovoltaické elektrárny.

    • macombdaily.com15:00
      Fact check: Jocelyn Benson’s family ties to Saline data center

      Related Companies, which is helping develop the Saline Township data center, said Jocelyn Benson’s husband, Ryan Friedrichs, did not earn a commission on the project and is no longer working on any projects in Michigan.

    • macombdaily.com16:21
      Survey: Michigan local leaders sour on data centers, want more regulations
    • Axios16:40
      Chicago mayor proposes 12-month moratorium on new data centers

      Chicago could halt new data center development within city limits for a year. Why it matters: Data centers' growing demand for electricity and water could affect residents' utility bills and the environment, and city leaders want more time to study those impacts. The latest: Mayor Brandon Johnson, along with a group of alders, is pushing for a 12-month moratorium while the city develops a "comprehensive regulatory framework" for data centers. There are 39 active data centers in Chicago,...

    • The Hill16:52
      Chicago mayor seeks to block data center expansion: ‘We are not for sale’

      Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson proposed a data center expansion moratorium ordinance, saying that the city is “open for business” but “not for sale.” The ordinance acts as a 12-month temporary pause to give city officials time to develop long-term policies concerning energy and pollution risks for Chicagoans. It will be referred to a Chicago City...

    • kjzz.org17:14
      Pima County passes 120-day moratorium on future data center projects

      Proponents say the pause is needed while the county works through new zoning requirements for data centers and studies their impacts.

    • newschannel10.com19:05
      Construction underway on six-building Claude data center

      Google and Crusoe hosted an open house for Armstrong County residents to learn more about the data center project currently under construction in Claude.

    • wjfw.com22:45
      Vilas County eyes 12-month moratorium on data centers

      Last month the Oneida County Board passed a one-year moratorium on new data center developments. Now, just north of Oneida County, Vilas County is considering a similar proposal.

    • rtoinsider.com23:20edited after publishing
      New Data Center Power Metric Could Guide Flexibility, Researchers Say

      previouslyNew Data Center Power Metric Could Guide Flexibility, Aurora Says

      Researchers hope their metric for measuring the value a data center obtains from consuming electricity could result in more targeted tools.

48. Thu, 24 September 2026

    3 reports
    • nebraskapublicmedia.org11:45
      Data center development, jail overcrowding highlighted at Lancaster County candidate forum

      Four Lancaster county candidates shared their stances and plans if elected at a League of Women Voters forum Wednesday evening.

    • The Guardian World17:26
      Launch of UK’s ‘largest AI supercomputer’ delayed by power supply problems

      Datacentre hailed by government was supposed to start operating next year but may be held back into mid-2030s A huge datacentre project hailed by the UK government will miss its launch date next year and could be delayed into the mid-2030s. The site in Loughton, Essex, was described as the country’s largest AI supercomputer when it was announced in 2025, but power supply problems mean it now faces a lengthy wait before coming online. Continue reading...

    • Axios17:31
      AI's never-before-seen capital grab

      A new analysis of the AI buildout shows its staggering scale: $10.3 trillion in estimated AI infrastructure investment through 2032. That amounts to 3.6% of GDP a year, dwarfing the investment booms that built America's railroads , highways, electric grid and telecom networks. Why it matters: The AI boom has become far too big and too costly for even the largest tech companies to finance alone. This has resulted in trillions of dollars in demand for outside capital — and the potential risks...

49. Fri, 25 September 2026

    3 reports
    • wkyt.com02:37
      Scott County extends data center moratorium until March

      The Scott County Fiscal Court voted Thursday to extend a moratorium on data center regulations, giving officials until March to finalize rules.

    • France Info (France)04:20
      "Les couches de gigawatts s'empilent d'année en année" : face à des data centers toujours plus grands, la contestation grandit

      Après les États-Unis, la France se mobilise de plus en plus pour contester la multiplication des gros centres de données, notamment gourmands en électricité. Sur les réseaux sociaux, des collectifs locaux se forment et des profils dédiés à la vulgarisation de ces gigantesques infrastructures se multiplient.

    • Balkan Insight12:35
      ARTE Europe Weekly: Datacentres and Hidden Cost of Digital Progress

      Seen as energy guzzlers and environmental polluters, datacentres are facing growing opposition across Europe.

50. Sat, 26 September 2026

    1 report
    • DW Top Stories18:08
      Backlash over data centers tests Europe's AI ambitions

      Massive data centers needed to run AI are triggering protests across Europe. Their operators counter that they boost digital sovereignty and energy independence.

51. Sun, 27 September 2026

    5 reports
    • Times of India03:11
      Kevin O'Leary betting big on AI, but he is not spending millions on technology stocks

      Canadian entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary is directing his investment focus towards energy infrastructure over technology stocks. He asserts that the future of artificial intelligence hinges on reliable electricity generation, particularly from uranium and natural gas. Drawing attention to Google's $3 billion energy deal in Finland, O’Leary underscores the tech sector's growing emphasis on sustainable power sources, citing the critical role of small modular nuclear reactors in this transition.

    • arkansasonline.com08:01
      Investors skeptical of data centers

      The backlash against data centers that is shaping elections and kitchen table debates across the country is now spilling onto Wall Street.

    • arkansasonline.com08:03
      Swedish firm looks to make grids smaller

      LUND, Sweden -- Swedish tech entrepreneur Jonas Birgersson remembers seeing the satellite image of Ukraine -- a blackened scar on Europe's face -- after Russia attacked its power grid in 2022.

    • siliconvalley.com12:00edited after publishing
      San Jose is drafting new rules for data centers as city council candidates debate the issue

      previouslyElection 2026: How San Jose council candidates plan to handle data center issue

      While neighboring Bay Area cities have paused development to consider bans, San Jose is taking a different path by drafting citywide regulations.

    • La Repubblica (Italy)23:00
      Bolla o Apocalisse? Per ora i big dell’IA vogliono frenare i governi

      Nonostante gli appelli alla prudenza dalle Sette Sorelle della Silicon Valley arrivano oltre 1.000 miliardi di dollari nei data center. Solo l’Europa resta indietro

52. Mon, 28 September 2026

    12 reports
    • La Repubblica (Italy)06:00
      Energia e acqua: il muro naturale alla corsa dei data center

      L’IA alimenta un consumo insostenibile: montanole opposizioni. La soluzione passa da strutture più efficienti, software intelligenti e uso razionale delle imprese

    • Vecernji list (Croatia)06:35
      Otpor je bio jak pa su svakom kućanstvu ponudili 10 000 dolara: 'To bi bilo lijepo'

      Okrug u Pennsylvaniji suočen je s rastućim otporom prema projektu velikog podatkovnog centra. Investitor je stanovnicima ponudio ukupno 45 milijuna dolara, no dio njih smatra da novac ne može nadoknaditi buku, mogući pad vrijednosti nekretnina i promjene koje bi projekt donio zajednici.

    • datacenterknowledge.com09:44edited after publishing
      Building Resilience Into Digital Infrastructure

      As infrastructure reaches non-traditional regions, organizations will be better positioned by adding satellite to lifecycle connectivity planning.

    • The Hill10:00
      Schumer, Dems at odds as leader aims to kill Ohio Republican's data center bill

      Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) is aiming to kill a bill sponsored by Republican Sen. Jon Husted (Ohio) to protect taxpayers from additional costs posed by AI-driven data centers, but his Democratic caucus isn’t fully on board after House Democrats overwhelmingly voted for the proposal. The looming Senate floor fight over artificial intelligence and...

    • Axios10:57
      Exclusive: AI giants, unions join forces for data center fight

      AI companies, private equity firms and unions are looking beyond 2026 in the data center debate , banding together to form a new multimillion-dollar coalition to make the case for responsible growth in seven key states. Why it matters: The new group, the American Infrastructure Alliance, wants to partner with state and local officials to create standards and guardrails for data centers in 2027. In return, the coalition hopes to head off moratoriums on new construction. The group is planning...

    • The Hill11:00
      Data center developers should have known how much Americans love their land

      The data center backlash is intensifying. In fact, more Americans now oppose data centers than fear AI. This is true even though tech companies have plausible defenses to much of the backlash. Data centers, for example, use far less water than the nation's golf courses. There is little evidence so far that they significantly raise...

    • sej.org12:16
      Why Germany Is Building An Ark For US Climate Data

      "Fearing the Trump administration might meddle with U.S. climate data, ​scientists​ in Germany are preparing to transfer vast troves of that data to repositories​ in Hamburg."

    • reason.com13:30
      Data centers and their discontents

      Plus: Talarico and black turnout, an artist trial at the Vatican, hospitals use AI (for ill), and more...

    • La Repubblica (Italy)18:44
      Più infrastrutture con il Pnrr. Labriola: “Ma sulle reti si poteva spendere meglio”

      In arrivo 25 miliardi sui data center che però non assicurano la sovranità digitale. Catania: “Non dobbiamo perdere punti di Pil come con la rivoluzione Internet”

    • Index.hr (Croatia)19:27
      Pogledajte kako podatkovni centri mijenjaju američki krajolik

      RAZVOJ umjetne inteligencije ubrzano mijenja američki krajolik, pretvarajući šume i polja u goleme podatkovne centre s ogromnom potrošnjom energije.

    • wandtv.com19:30
      Mahomet approached by data center developer for future location

      The Village of Mahomet announced Monday that an energy development firm is considering the community for a potential data center.

    • dailycaller.com20:46
      Big Tech, Unions And Private Equity Team Up To Stop States From Freezing Data Center Construction

      OpenAI, Blackstone and five building trades unions formed a coalition to keep seven states from freezing data center construction.

53. Tue, 29 September 2026

    10 reports
    • Japan Times02:30
      AI faces $6 trillion test to justify data centers, Bain says

      Consulting firm Bain & Co.'s report highlights the hurdles ahead to make the current pace of artificial intelligence development sustainable.

    • weartv.com02:36
      Crestview bans large-scale data centers, but mayor says decision could be revisited

      CRESTVIEW, Fla. -- The City of Crestview voted to ban large scale data centers Monday evening.

    • Google News - Europe query09:20
      China builds the robots, the US backs the AI – can Europe win the energy grid?

      China builds the robots, the US backs the AI – can Europe win the energy grid? EU-Startups

    • DW Top Stories10:00
      AI: Concern as Germany plans to double data center capacity

      Germany is rewriting the rules to attract data center investment from AI companies. But local communities are becoming increasingly skeptical.

    • thedickinsonpress.com11:01
      North Dakotans look for answers as questions on data centers mount

      State, local governments play catch-up as development moves faster than rules

    • mitchellrepublic.com13:47
      South Dakota governor candidates clash on data centers, education, economic development

      During their second and last debate of the 2026 election season, the two also clashed on education, health care, taxes and tribal relations, among other issues.

    • iRozhlas (Czechia)15:59
      Spotřeba jako Liberec. V Ralsku může vzniknout datové centrum pro rozvoj AI s obřím odběrem energie

      V průmyslové zóně v Ralsku by mohlo vzniknout obří datové centrum zaměřené na rozvoj umělé inteligence. Záměr plánuje soukromá společnost RALSKO AI CAMPUS. Projekt je zatím ve fázi příprav a Liberecký kraj k němu má výhrady.

    • openpr.com16:00
      Breakthrough Hybrid Intelligence: 49AGI Launches Local AGI App for Over 1 Billion Apple Devices

      AI Data Centers demand can be sharply reduced as a local AGI framework app with multimodal workflows just launched covering over 1 billion compatible Apple Devices to handle the majority of users daily tasks with Intellectual Property including app details ...

    • 24sata (Croatia)17:33
      LG i NVIDIA udružuju snage oko hlađenja AI data centara

      Razvoj umjetne inteligencije povećava zahtjeve prema podatkovnim centrima, posebno kada je riječ o potrošnji energije i odvođenju topline. LG zato širi ponudu sustava za tekućinsko hlađenje koji se mogu uključiti u projektiranje podatkovnih centara već u ranoj fazi.

    • kiow.com21:45
      Winnebago County Board Tackles Creation of a Data Center Ordinance

      The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday to begin the process of authoring a Crypto, solar, data centers, and battery fields amendment to an existing zoning ordinance. The county already has a small Crypto mining operation, but concerns have been raised about data centers in neighboring Hancock County where a moratorium has been...

54. Wed, 30 September 2026

    6 reports
    • sify.com06:41
      Singapore Just Built a Data Center With 16 Million Living Human Neurons

      If researchers demonstrate efficiency, server rack can become a stranger machine: part computer, part laboratory, part living system

    • Le Monde (France)10:00
      L’IA émettra six fois plus de CO₂ en 2030 qu’en 2025, selon l’étude d’un collectif d’experts

      Les émissions globales de gaz à effet de serre du secteur de l’intelligence artificielle pourraient atteindre un niveau inquiétant à la fin de la décennie, d’après une étude publiée mercredi par le collectif français Green IT. Sans compter les dommages causés aux milieux aquatiques et la pollution aux particules fines.

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    • northcountrynow.com13:06
      Data Center rally Saturday in Massena

      To the Editor: This is for all the people in the surrounding communities of Massena, NY. Massena has 10 proposed data centers and attempted to get a three-year moratorium from the town …

    • France Info (France)14:43
      L'impact de l'IA sur l'environnement et la santé va exploser d'ici 2030, selon une association

      Selon un rapport de l'association Green IT, publié mercredi, l'empreinte de l'intelligence artificielle pourrait être multipliée par 7 dans les prochaines années, notamment sous l'effet de la construction et du fonctionnement des datacenters.

    • The Hill15:30
      Debunking political fearmongering over data centers

      Americans can meet this new challenge as we always have, leveraging our embrace of the free-market, entrepreneurial spirit, and institutional respect for private property and the rule of law — but only if we refuse to let the conversation be hijacked by a political agenda, and examine the challenges honestly and accurately.

    • arkansasonline.com22:38
      Dismang group owns land adjoining AVAIO data center site in Wrightsville

      Former state Sen. Jonathan Dismang is a minority partner in a real estate investment group that owns 46.4 acres of land bordering the planned AVAIO data center site near Wrightsville.

55. Thu, 1 October 2026

    10 reports
    • wsfa.com01:35
      Alabama data center law takes effect Oct. 1: Here’s what it means for your power bill

      A WBRC 6 News investigation examined the new data center law, the contracts filed since the commission began reworking its review process and how much of that process the public is allowed to see.

    • naturalnews.com02:30
      Inside the eight-figure plan to build data centers despite moratoriums

      Across the country, ordinary citizens are telling the data center industry a resounding NO, and the industry has answered with a war chest of its own. OpenAI, Blackstone, SoftBank and QTS have joined major construction unions to form the American Infrastructure Alliance. This “high eight-figure campaign” is designed to steer lawmakers away from moratoriums and toward […]

    • The Hill10:00
      GOP wrestles with rising data center backlash weeks before midterms

      Republicans are growing increasingly worried that data centers are a liability in the midterms, as concerns over higher power bills tied to the facilities turn into a pocketbook issue for voters. The debate over the issue was on full display Wednesday, after Senate Democrats blocked legislation championed by Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) — who is...

    • NPR News16:47
      AI data centers: How much are ratepayers on the hook for?

      Data centers consume large amounts of power and require upgrading infrastructure. But it's difficult to determine how much residential customers benefit and how much they actually pay for the benefit.

    • upnorthlive.com17:00
      Take The Power Back | Explosion of AI Data Centers Across the US

      An explosion of data centers being constructed across the U.S. is moving forward amid growing opposition from communities.

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    • northcountrynow.com17:06
      Massena town board split on future of data centers in North Country

      MASSENA -- Massena town board members recently voted down a proposed six-month moratorium on data centers despite months of lobbying by area residents and activities, though a planned expansion at &hellip;

    • wkyufm.org18:52
      ‘Kentuckians are watching:’ Lawmakers hear pleas to act on data centers

      Kentuckians from across the state described their frustrations with data center developments in their communities and begged lawmakers to act sooner rather than later.

    • Anadolu Agency (AA)19:04
      AI data centers spur growing environmental concerns amid muddy water, noise pollution

      Georgia, Virginia residents sue tech giants Meta, Amazon over claims that AI data centers contaminated well water and damaged aquifers, while experts suggest relocating compute hubs to space to address environmental issues

    • Anadolu Agency (AA)19:36
      Tech giants eye orbit for AI data centers as energy demand soars

      AI compute hubs in space could solve energy crisis in decade, but massive engineering obstacles in way, experts say

    • The Hill21:17
      Republicans hit crunch time on data centers

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story GOP wrestles with data center backlash weeks ahead of midterms Republicans are growing increasingly worried that data centers are a liability in the midterms, as concerns over higher power bills tied to the facilities turn into a pocketbook issue for voters. © Greg Nash The debate over the...

56. Fri, 2 October 2026

    3 reports
    • Channel News Asia09:02
      Amazon to invest $1 billion over five years in US data center communities
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    • thehayride.com13:38
      Senate candidate Jamie Davis calls for data center moratorium

      (The Center Square) — Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Jamie Davis is urging a halt to new data center construction in Louisiana, worrying that too little is known about the water consumption needed to cool the massive complexes. Davis, who is running against Republican Julia Letlow in the Nov. 3 general election, told The Center Square […]

    • Google News - Top Stories20:30
      Amazon’s $1B plan to combat data center backlash draws more backlash

      Amazon’s $1B plan to combat data center backlash draws more backlash Ars Technica Amazon vows $1 billion for data center towns, warning U.S. "can't afford to lose" AI race CBS News Amazon to invest $1B into data center communities amid backlash against data center rollouts ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Amazon Says It’s No Longer Using NDAs for Data Centers WIRED Amazon’s New Push to Get Buy-In for Data Center Build-Out WSJ

57. Sat, 3 October 2026

    4 reports
    • Google News - Europe query05:00
      America’s data center fight is a preview of what's to come for the rest of the world

      America’s data center fight is a preview of what's to come for the rest of the world CNBC

    • 24sata (Croatia)08:48
      AI guta bilijune dolara: Ulaže se više nego u željeznicu...

      Kumulativna globalna potrošnja samo na podatkovne centre mogla bi premašiti 30 bilijuna dolara do 2050. godine, prema projekciji PwC-a

    • mprnews.org12:00
      Ellison: Google’s Pine Island data center could cost Minnesotans millions for electricity

      Attorney General Keith Ellison says that Google's agreement with Xcel Energy to power a huge, hyperscale data center in Pine Island could leave Xcel's other customers on the hook for millions of dollars in extra costs. Google and Xcel deny that will be the case, saying ratepayers will benefit from cleaner energy powering the data center.

    • news4jax.com20:00edited after publishing
      Trump defends data centers in Ohio as he rallies to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race

      previouslyTrump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown

      President Donald Trump is defending data centers powering AI projects during a campaign rally in Ohio.

58. Sun, 4 October 2026

    2 reports
    • The Hill02:39
      Trump backs data centers in Ohio amid tight Senate race

      President Trump defended data centers at a midterm campaign rally in Vandalia, Ohio Saturday, arguing that the U.S. will risk losing ground in the global artificial intelligence race against China without the massive facilities that have come under heightened scrutiny in recent years. “There’s so much money to be made for Ohio. You can't just...

    • ypradio.org21:53
      How much are AI data centers adding to your electricity bill?

      Americans are worried AI data centers will raise their electricity bills. Congress has come up with a plan to protect ratepayers, but there's no easy way to find out what AI is costing them.

59. Mon, 5 October 2026

    7 reports
    • Times of India04:50
      LinkedIn cofounder Reid Hoffman wants Americans to stop 'hating' datacentres

      Reid Hoffman argues that significant investments in AI infrastructure are crucial for the U.S. economy. He emphasizes that this spending supports various local jobs beyond the tech industry. Hoffman notes that the economic benefits extend to communities hosting data centers, which should collaborate with developers. Despite optimism from Hoffman, some industry voices express concerns regarding private credit financing issues.

    • iheart.com05:26
      Thoughts on the Data Center Issue from the Chair of the Chillicothe Committee

      WSRW 101.5 Hillsboro's Classic Hits!

    • Channel News Asia07:23
      Goldman sees US data center growth intact despite opposition
    • South China Morning Post08:11
      Southeast Asia starts to rethink its AI data centre boom: ‘at what cost?’

      Southeast Asian governments are learning some hard truths about the data centre boom they spent years working to attract, analysts say – it promises jobs, digital infrastructure and a foothold in the AI economy, but the rapid buildout is also straining power grids, land and regulatory systems. “There is this enthusiasm to attract investments, but now it raises the question: at what cost and at what speed?” said policy researcher Mark Manantan, a research fellow for the Centre for Global...

    • Bloomberg Politics12:45
      How Data Centers are Shaping the Midterm Elections

      Nicol Turner Lee, Senior Fellow of Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution joins "Bloomberg Brief" to discuss the impact of data centers on voters as the midterm elections come closer. (Source: Bloomberg)

    • Channel News Asia14:12
      Nvidia, Broadcom shielded as AI power crunch hits chip supply chain, says Morgan Stanley
    • The Hill20:36
      Tech watchdog urges Democrats to hit GOP over high data center costs

      {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Tech watchdog urges Democrats to hit GOP over high data center costs The Tech Oversight Project is laying out a closing message for Democrats on data centers as candidates head into the final stretch ahead of the midterm elections. © Jenny Kane, Associated Press file In a memo...

60. Tue, 6 October 2026

    8 reports
    • hermistonherald.com16:06
      Letter: DEQ needs to hear Morrow County's concerns

      I live in Morrow County, ground zero for Oregon’s unchecked hyper-scale data center expansion. As I have witnessed additional data centers get built, I have also seen the rows of […]

    • Libération (France)16:22
      La Finlande somme Google de suspendre la construction de «data centers» pour évaluer leur impact environnemental

      Une agence gouvernementale finlandaise a pointé le déboisage massif d’une forêt sans évaluation d’impact environnemental préalable, en vue de créer un centre de données de la firme américaine.

    • iheart.com17:01
      The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Will Hild Exposes What’s Really Driving the Data Center Backlash

      <p data-start="1072" data-end="1326">Lisa Boothe is joined by <strong data-start="1097" data-end="1153">Will Hild, executive director of Consumers&rsquo; Research</strong>, for a deep dive into the growing backlash against data centers and the massive infrastructure buildout powering America&rsqu...

    • newsweek.com18:22
      Where Ohio Republicans stand on data centers amid growing backlash

      A recent poll found Ohio voters are more concerned about data centers than other battleground states.

    • kshb.com21:16
      KDADS speaks out on major data center proposal across from Osawatomie State Hospital

      KSHB 41's Ryan Gamboa provides an update on Project Catalyst, a proposed data center across the street from the Osawatomie State Hospital.

    • washingtonexaminer.com21:47
      Data centers become a boogeyman in Pennsylvania

      Just a few months ago, Pennsylvania looked like ground zero of the data center boom. Now "data center" has become a curse word.

    • missionlocal.org22:03
      San Francisco supervisors pass 45-day data-center moratorium

      A temporary data center freeze could be expanded — or made permanent. It will pause the expansion of several centers in S.F.

    • newsweek.com22:48
      Hochul says data centers with "significant benefits" must pay premium

      They have become a major political issue across the U.S. as companies race to build infrastructure to support demand for AI.

61. Wed, 7 October 2026

    3 reports
    • marshfieldmail.com04:00edited after publishing
      Data Center Developer Sues Webster County Candidate

      previouslyDigital Infrastructure Developer Sues Webster County Candidate

      The developer behind the data center project near Rifle Range Road has filed a defamation lawsuit against a candidate for Webster County presiding commissioner. Trent Overhue filed the lawsuit …

    • fas.org11:15
      Standardize Data Center Development to Benefit Colorado Communities

      By mandating data centers that are clean, flexible, efficient, and beneficial, Colorado can bring opportunities to communities and enhance its overall infrastructure.

    • Google News - Europe query12:13
      Data Center Boom Raises Issue of Who Pays for Grid, RWE Says

      Data Center Boom Raises Issue of Who Pays for Grid, RWE Says Bloomberg.com

62. Thu, 8 October 2026

    14 reports
    • timesleader.com01:00
      Rep. Ryncavage outlines potential legal challenge to Newport Twp. data center zoning notice

      <p>NEWPORT TWP. — Rep. Alec Ryncavage has informed Newport Township residents of a potential legal avenue to challenge an April zoning ordinance change that ultimately allowed 15 zoning permits for a proposed data center campus to be approved.</p>

    • local21news.com01:22
      Gov. Shapiro, Stacy Garrity debate AI, gas, skill games, ahead of midterms

      Governor Josh Shapiro and Republican challenger Stacy Garrity participated in a debate Wednesday ahead of the midterm elections to discuss some of the hottest t

    • timesleader.com01:30
      Newport Twp. data center developer responds to residents’ concerns

      <p>Following a tense Newport Township Commissioners meeting where residents spoke out against a proposed data center project, the developer of that project released a statement touting its investment in the community.</p>

    • prnewswire.com02:00
      AI's Next Infrastructure Challenge Is Power: DIGITIMES Examines the Shift Toward 800VDC Data Centers

      /PRNewswire/ -- As AI computing continues to scale, the infrastructure challenge is moving beyond processors. Rising rack-level power requirements are forcing...

    • Japan Times04:47
      AI data-center boom ignites bidding war for critical TDK unit

      The winning bidder for TDK's magnetic-heads business would be able to expand in-house capabilities in the $23 billion hard-drive market.

    • Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)06:08
      Data center, miliardi di investimenti e briciole ai territori: il boom dell’IA in un contesto normativo inesistente. Le analisi dal Politecnico sugli impatti

      Pochi mesi dopo aver imposto una moratoria sulla costruzione di data center di grandi dimensioni, nei giorni scorsi la governatrice di New York, Kathy Hochul, ha fatto una raccomandazione ben precisa alle amministrazioni locali. Chiedano agli sviluppatori che propongono la realizzazione di nuovi campus per l’intelligenza artificiale di fare investimenti per la comunità: almeno 1 […] L'articolo Data center, miliardi di investimenti e briciole ai territori: il boom dell’IA in un contesto...

    • thejakartapost.com07:00
      Analysis: The hidden costs of Indonesia’s data center gold rush - Academia

      Indonesia wants to ride the global data center boom, betting that investment, skilled jobs and computing power for artificial intelligence will drive economic growth. But the cloud leaves its imprint on the ground: Data centers consume vast amounts of electricity and water and can expose surrounding communities to heat and noise. The question is whether the government will make this boom work for the public or leave communities to pay for it.

    • nextplatform.com09:00
      SPONSORED: Growing pains: how distributed AI training changes the network between datacenters

      While linking the GPUs in a datacenter is a challenge, coordinating thousands of them to work efficiently over hundreds of kilometers presents a new set of difficulties.

    • Axios09:15
      Data centers face a sweeping new power regime

      Lawmakers are considering forcing data centers to shoulder new costs and restrictions while speeding up the energy infrastructure needed to power the AI boom. Why it matters: The bipartisan legislation, unveiled last week, represents the most aggressive response yet from Washington to data centers amid growing backlash over their energy and environmental impacts. Driving the news: The provisions are part of broader Senate legislation aimed at speeding up permitting for energy — but make no...

    • The Guardian World10:00
      ‘System is rigged’: Democrat Sherrod Brown puts datacenter danger at heart of populist Senate bid

      Ohio former senator attacks Republican rival as the ‘face of datacenters’ as he wraps AI concerns into pro-worker message Sherrod Brown, the Democratic former senator from Ohio hoping to return to office in November’s midterm elections, has spent the past year traveling across his home state explaining to voters about all the ways the “system is rigged” against them. Recently, he’s been telling people about a trip he took across the north-west Ohio countryside. “You’re driving on what looks...

    • Channel News Asia10:44
      Explainer-Data centers' 'flexible' power usage could save the grid billions. Can they scale?
    • reformer.com16:18
      Vermont has the tools to keep data centers in check

      Vermonters are right to ask tough questions about data centers. We’ve seen what can happen in states ...

    • greenwichfreepress.com20:25
      Round Hill Association Hosts Debate for State Senate 36th District

      Questions were posed by Round Hill Association's Brendan DeSimone. Topics included cost of healthcare, affordable housing legislation, and fiscal guardrails.

    • hotaugusta.com21:31
      Augusta Commission Approves Data Center Ordinance in 6-5 Vote

      The Augusta Commission passed the city’s 29-page data center ordinance on second reading Tuesday. The vote was 6-5, per WRDW. Commissioner Catherine Smith Rice made a substitute motion to adopt...

63. Fri, 9 October 2026

    9 reports
    • hometownstations.com00:19
      Allen democratic commissioner candidate calls for more transparency in economic development projects

      Allen County commissioner candidate Lew Modic is seeking public input on Google's planned data center and calling for greater transparency in economic development projects.

    • heraldstandard.com07:15
      Starpointe data center developer paid for flights, lunch for township supervisors

      A developer paid for an out-of-state trip for local officials who are considering its conditional use permit application for a proposed seven-building data center campus and attached natural gas power plant in Starpointe Business Park near Burgettstown. Kate Nolan Bryden, the project lead from Dallas, Texas-based Prime Data Centers LCC, testified in a Wednesday night […]

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    • Axios11:15
      AI vs. the rest of the economy

      Data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, FactSet; Chart: Axios/Matt Phillips; Note: Data center construction includes construction costs, such as labor, materials, profits of contractors, architectural and engineering work and miscellaneous overhead, interest and taxes. Does not include servers, racks, chips or memory. More and more, it seems as if there's the AI economy — and everything else. Why it matters: The growing chasm between the breakneck growth of the AI world and the slower pace of...

    • wknofm.org11:30
      TN Politics: Community rails against more delays in data center action

      A Memphis City Council meeting turned chaotic on Tuesday when action was delayed on a long-considered moratorium on new data centers.

    • nugget.ca12:05
      Gorilla Advances U.S. Market Entry with Proposed 36 MW Data Centre Acquisition and 100+ MW AI Infrastructure Expansion Plan

      Proposed first US data-centre acquisition offers expansion potential to 36 MW of total site power capacity, marking Gorilla's planned entry into the US AI

    • technicalreviewmiddleeast.com13:45
      Utility priorities shift to grid resilience and affordability

      Global utility leaders are shifting focus toward grid resilience, affordability, and Industrial AI to combat ageing infrastructure and rising electricity demands. - It - Utility priorities shift to grid resilience and affordability

    • The Hill14:00
      The hypocrisy of the data center moratorium

      If we stop building the infrastructure required by an increasingly digital economy, we won’t stop the demand for that infrastructure. We’ll just push the investments — and the jobs and innovation that come with them — somewhere else.

    • klcc.org20:03
      Despite the controversy, data centers could be attractive to struggling rural towns

      There's lots of debate over data centers and where they should be located. In a struggling rural town data center development can look a lot more attractive.

    • wfmz.com20:30
      2nd validity challenge filed as possible UMBT data center campus surpasses 900 acres

      The applicant is listed as RPL East LLC and the property now being included in the possible data center campus is 5027 River Road.

64. Sun, 11 October 2026

    3 reports
    • techcrunch.com16:52
      Can the AI industry persuade data center opponents by getting rid of NDAs?

      On Equity, we debate the impact of data center moratoriums and whether the AI industry has a communication problem.

    • kpcnews.com19:15
      Taxpayer group: Some state tax policies disadvantage data centers

      (The Center Square) – The buildings that house thousands of computer servers powering cloud computing and artificial intelligence have increasingly caught heat over environmental and energy concerns.

    • salinapost.com19:15
      Debate about Kansas law incentivizing data center construction charges up governor’s race

      Sen. Ty Masterson, an Andover Republican, is defending a 2025 state law outlining the 20-

65. Mon, 12 October 2026

    4 reports
    • wvxu.org07:41
      How could data centers impact the midterm elections in Ohio?

      Data centers have been a major issue in campaigns for the November election. Here’s what we heard from people about their anxieties, and how candidates are talking about those concerns.

    • France Info (France)09:43
      "Le comté de Loudoun devient l'exemple de ce qu'il ne faut pas faire" : aux Etats-Unis, la colère des habitants du fief mondial des data centers

      En Virginie, dans le comté de Loudoun, les centres de données se multiplient et avec eux, les griefs contre les nuisances sonores, la pollution, ou encore les hausses de factures. Leur présence devient de plus en plus difficile à accepter pour certains Américains.

    • newswise.com21:50
      What Do Data Centers Have in Common with Oil and Gas?

      David Adams, Associate Professor of Public Administration at California State University, Fullerton, discusses his latest research comparing the development of data centers to oil and gas infrastructure. Adams highlights the local environmental and resource impacts—such as heavy water and electricity usage—versus the widespread societal benefits. He also outlines the fragmented governance involved in approving these facilities, trends in data center siting, and recent California legislation

    • Google News - Top Stories23:28
      Data center boom puts Republicans in a bind before midterm elections

      Data center boom puts Republicans in a bind before midterm elections CBS News Data centres are turning Trump voters into Democrats The Economist Growing data center backlash puts politicians on the defensive Baton Rouge Business Report The Real Footprint of Trump’s Data Center Boom Foreign Policy Data center backlash set to sway midterm elections Stateline

66. Tue, 13 October 2026

    2 reports
    • Vecernji list (Croatia)13:00
      Mračna strana AI revolucije: Zbog podatkovnih centara stanovnici strahuju da će ostati bez vode

      Podatkovni centri ključna su infrastruktura za razvoj umjetne inteligencije, računalstva u oblaku i brojnih internetskih usluga, no njihovo funkcioniranje zahtijeva velike količine energije, a za hlađenje poslužitelja u mnogim se sustavima troši i voda

    • PBS NewsHour18:20
      AI data centers are coming for federal land and roiling Nevada governor's race

      The data center issue has dominated the competitive governor's race in Nevada, where 80% of the land is owned by the federal government.

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67. Wed, 14 October 2026

    7 reports
    • krystal93.com02:30
      Denver Mayor Mike Johnston says data center ban is possible as city writes new rules
    • thenation.com09:00
      2028 Democratic Hopefuls Take on Data Centers

      Data center opposition can foster a bigger Democratic tent by aligning red and blue, and rural and urban communities.

    • kbzk.com12:00
      Democrat Brian Miller makes data centers focus of eastern congressional district campaign

      Data centers have indeed become central to Brian Miller’s campaign, as he’s called for stricter regulations on new construction and accused the industry of not being transparent about its plans.

    • cleantechnica.com14:22
      The People Want Energy Storage, Not AI Data Centers

      The US rooftop solar firm Sunrun pivots into energy storage, enabling more households to participate in money-saving virtual power plants.

    • Bloomberg Politics15:24
      Data Centers Play Larger Role in Midterms, Cantrill Says

      Libby Cantrill, managing director and head of public policy at PIMCO, says the issues around data centers are gaining traction among voters and politicians will have to respond. She speaks at a Bloomberg.com subscriber-only event held in Washington. (Source: Bloomberg)

    • Index.hr (Croatia)17:21
      Šef BlackRocka: Ako zaustavimo gradnju podatkovnih centara, stiže recesija

      NJEGOVO upozorenje dolazi u trenutku kada se diljem Sjedinjenih Država sve više građana protivi izgradnji velikih podatkovnih centara zbog potrošnje električne energije i vode te mogućeg povećanja životnih troškova.

    • BBC News World23:02
      How backlash against data centres could shape the US midterm elections

      Democrats and Republicans alike are coming out against data centre development, amid growing backlash across the US.

68. Thu, 15 October 2026

    4 reports
    • local21news.com03:29
      Political Insiders react to debate between Janelle Stelson, Rep. Scott Perry

      The Political Insiders weighed-in on CBS 21 following the debate.

    • Times of India04:43
      How opposition to data centres is bringing Democrats and Republicans together
    • Bloomberg Politics17:47
      Data Center Backlash Becomes a Midterm Flashpoint

      As the AI infrastructure boom drives a wave of data center construction, concerns over electricity costs, water use and local impacts are increasingly entering the political debate ahead of the midterms. Cato Institute senior fellow Jennifer Huddleston discusses the economic benefits data centers can bring to communities and why she argues the technology industry needs to do a better job explaining the role data centers play beyond generative AI. She joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech."...

    • BBC News World19:46
      Watch: What the data centre boom means for Arizona ahead of midterm elections

      The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil travelled to the US state to hear from residents who live alongside these giant facilities.

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    • news3lv.com01:31
      Boulder City voters to forge city's path on data centers and infrastructure projects

      Boulder City voters are weighing two ballot questions ahead of the Nov. 3 general election that could shape the community&rsquo;s future, from whether data centers ca

    • tportal (Croatia)03:00
      Trump govori o 'bolesnoj zavjeri', no otpor podatkovnim centrima raste i među njegovim biračima

      Širenje podatkovnih centara postaje važno političko pitanje uoči američkih izbora na polovici predsjedničkog mandata. Zabrinuti zbog potrošnje struje i vode, buke i golemih kompleksa koji niču uz njihove domove, građani traže njihova ograničenja, a pod pritiskom birača svoje stavove mijenjaju i republikanci, unatoč potpori predsjednika Donalda Trumpa razvoju umjetne inteligencije

    • theregister.com15:00
      SPONSORED: Global Data Centers weighs the price tag of not building fast enough

      As AI hunger soars, NTT Global Data Centers finds it's permits, not parts, that could cap the datacenter boom

    • aol.com15:25
      Data centers may benefit from massive rural utility loan, US official says

      By Leah Douglas WASHINGTON, Oct 16 (Reuters) - A record-breaking $3.3 billion loan from the U.S.

    • naturalnews.com16:00
      AI Data Center Boom Drives 44% Increase in Gas-Fired Power Capacity, Analysis Says

      The Environment America Research and Policy Center released an analysis finding that building artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure will increase gas-fired generator capacity by 44% over the next four years, according to the report first flagged by Electrek [1]. Energy companies plan to raise gas-fired electrical capacity by up to 44% by 2030 across the United […]

    • Bloomberg Politics20:03
      Blowback Against Data Centers Becomes Top 2026 Midterm Election Issue

      Candidates on both sides of the aisle are rushing to keep up with the swelling public opposition to data centers, which has mushroomed into a top midterm campaign issue. Bloomberg Television's Tyler Kendall reports on the pushback, which has implications for the buildout of the backbone of artificial intelligence. (Source: Bloomberg)

    • Bloomberg Politics21:49
      Anita Verma-Lallian on Data Center Buildout

      Amid renewed jitters in AI stocks and a sharp drop in CoreWeave bonds, Anita Verma-Lallian of Arizona Land Consulting says the market is repricing excess hype, not losing demand for viable data-center projects. She describes AI infrastructure as facing a delivery constraint: sites with land, power, zoning and infrastructure are attracting more demand than ever. She speaks with Romaine Bostick & Kristine Aquino on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)