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AI, Data Centers, and Duluth's Future | Duluth News

Comedian Charlie Berens rallied Duluth residents against Google’s proposed $1.2 million-square-foot data center, warning that unchecked AI growth is like fire—powerful but dangerous without safeguards. Alongside scientists and fellow comedians, he argued that AI is being forced on people, not chosen, and highlighted economic risks if the project fails. Concerns over water contamination from cooling systems were raised by geologist Lori Huntoon, while St. Louis County Commissioner Ashley Grimm pledged a community-focused plan with possible moratoriums. Berens introduced his TAPBEER…

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