Map Shows Huge Surge in Data Center Opposition Groups Across 40 States
Summary
A new report shows strong growth in local groups opposing large AI data centers across the U.S., with over 430 groups and more than 525,000 members in 40 states. People are concerned about the centers’ energy use, water demand, noise, and other impacts as these facilities expand rapidly.Key Facts
- The number of opposition groups rose from 268 in April to 430 in the latest report.
- Opposition members increased nearly seven times since December 2025, now totaling over 525,000 people.
- Ohio has the most groups (47) while Pennsylvania has the second most (46), but Missouri has the largest number of members (about 141,000).
- The report tracks groups mainly on Facebook to avoid counting duplicates on other platforms.
- Data centers use lots of energy, sometimes as much as major cities, driven by demand for AI technology.
- There are nearly 4,500 data centers in the U.S., including almost 500 in Texas and over 637 in Virginia.
- A national protest against data centers is planned for July 18 in over 50 locations.
- Concerns against data centers include rising utility costs, high water use, noise, land changes, and national security risks related to AI growth.
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