Americans Overwhelmingly Voted Against Data Centers In The Midterms
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Voters in 10 states approved 33 of 45 local ballot measures restricting data centers, with another six projected to pass, according to tracking site Data Centers on the Ballot; only Harwood, North Dakota, rejected a related measure. The proposals ranged from outright bans and moratoriums to energy-use limits and requirements for public approval before projects proceed. Ohio, home to 257 data centers, saw restrictions win or lead on all 20 of its ballot measures, including outright bans in Urbana and Hubbard that passed with 76% and 77% support. The results signal grassroots resistance to the power and land demands of the AI-driven data center buildout, even as operators race to expand capacity. Five localities have yet to report voting data, and the outcomes could shape where developers site future projects and how they negotiate with host communities.
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