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14 US states weigh moratoriums on new data centres

Original: At least 14 US states are weighing data-centre moratoriums as communities push back on Big Tech’s power and water grab.

At least 14 US states are considering moratoriums on new data centres as local communities push back against the industry's heavy demands on electricity grids and water supplies. Environmental campaigners, including Greenpeace, are calling for a halt to new mega data centres until binding rules ensure the technology serves people and the planet rather than corporate profit.

Why now: Concerns over AI-driven energy and water consumption are fueling local resistance and legislative action across the US.

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• At least 14 US states are weighing data-centre moratoriums as communities push back on Big Tech’s power and water grab. HALT NEW MEGA DATA CENTRES until strong, binding rules ensure tech serves people and planet, not billionaire profits. # ai # tech # datacenters # datacentres… · greenpeace · 15

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