Poll: 7 in 10 Americans Now Oppose Data Center Construction Near Their Homes
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Robinson Meyer
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Summary
A new Heatmap Pro poll conducted by Embold Research reveals a dramatic shift in American public opinion against data center construction. At least 7 in 10 Americans now oppose having a data center built near their home, with an outright majority strongly opposed. The opposition spans across demographics but is particularly strong among young people, Democrats, and rural voters. This marks a record low in support for the facilities that power the AI boom.
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The survey, conducted by Embold Research, finds that an outright majority of Americans are now strongly opposed to data center construction in their area.
Young people, Democrats, and rural voters are more hostile to the projects, but they are broadly unpopular with Americans.
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