142 groups across 24 states mobilize against data centers and big tech

The Sansasyonel - International (English) · Oct 20, 2026 · 1m

In a Guardian opinion piece, Rebecca Solnit suggests that increasing resistance to artificial intelligence and major technology firms stems from an effort to safeguard communities, democratic values, and human existence. She references a report by Datacenter Watch indicating that at least 142 advocacy groups across 24 states are mobilizing against the building and expansion of data centers. Local worries encompass impacts on land use, water resources, energy costs, and noise pollution. Solnit notes that this pushback may also influence the upcoming midterm elections, which she characterizes…