Overcoming the bad vibes around data centers is a battle on multiple fronts

Business Insider | 21-08-2026 01:35pm |

Data center projects are facing increasing opposition from local communities, with a Gallup survey finding that 70% of Americans do not want data centers built where they live. Supporters of the tech are now reckoning with this pushback against a key piece of their AI plans. President Donald Trump told reporters that data centers 'could use a little public relations help,' while remaining supportive of the industry.

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