‘We’re up against forces that have all the money in the world’: Erin Brockovich on her battle against AI datacentres
Summary
Erin Brockovich, known for her environmental activism, is raising concerns about the rapid construction of large AI datacentres in the United States. Many communities are worried about the environmental impact, lack of transparency, and effects on local resources caused by these massive facilities.Key Facts
- Erin Brockovich became famous for helping sue a company over groundwater contamination in Hinkley, California.
- She recently received thousands of emails from people worried about new AI datacentres near their homes.
- AI datacentres are large buildings that house powerful computers needed for artificial intelligence.
- As of June 24, there are 33 AI datacentres operating, 68 being built, and 41 planned in the US.
- Many people say they were not informed or consulted before approval and construction began.
- Concerns include water use, energy costs, health effects, and harm to wildlife.
- Developers often make secrecy agreements with local officials, limiting public knowledge.
- Brockovich created a public map showing locations of AI datacentres and community complaints.
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