Lawmakers are navigating growing skepticism from citizens around data center projects, while artificial intelligence and manufacturing industry push for easy regulatory paths.
At base, the projects include purchasing large swaths of land and building multiple warehouse style buildings that are then filled with computer servers. The push for the projects comes from growing demand for artificial intelligence.
The sites themselves can be disruptive to landscapes and residents. Concerns have been raised about noise pollution, water usage, and strain on energy systems…