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Over 70% of Americans oppose AI data centers; US protests intensify as more arrests are being made
Premium The public pushback against data center construction projects is only growing stronger, even as some protesting local residents have been arrested in the process.
Amazon’s new 7.65GW Texas AI data center power plant could become the largest source of CO₂ pollution in the U.S.
Amazon is reportedly building a 7.65GW natural gas power plant in Texas to feed a new AI data center, with permits allowing up to 33 million tons of CO₂ emissions per year.
Intel's proposed two-tier satellite network puts the brains of satellite constellations in higher orbit
Intel’s orbital data center architecture uses powerful higher-orbit satellites to manage LEO constellations, reducing reliance on terrestrial control centers.
Nashville attempts to block controversial data center near zoo with eminent domain
One way to stop a data center project is to buy the land that it will sit on.
At least 37 people arrested in 2026 so far for protesting against data centers, most for breaking 'petty rules'
People from all walks of life are risking their freedom to stop data centers in their communities.
President Trump expands AI data center ‘ratepayer protection pledge’ to include state governors and utility companies
Tech companies are reportedly resisting efforts to turn the promise into law in California, though.
142 AI data center protests staged in 42 states as public opposition increases
What could data center developers do if the people say no?
Data centers forecast to use 20% of US power by 2035
BNEF's December outlook put 2035 demand at 106 GW, and that figure was itself 36% above the projection the firm published in April 2025.
