Data centers have rapidly become a contentious issue across the political spectrum in the United States, drawing opposition from both the left and the right. This widespread sentiment poses a significant challenge for the tech industry, which has contributed to the problem through its own actions. The Information has tracked mounting opposition through a data center moratorium tracker, and recent examples include Texas Governor Greg Abbott halting the construction of 1,800 data centers over concerns about power and water usage.
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