バーモント州ロイアルトンの有権者は、2026年3月3日の町年次総会で、AIおよび仮想通貨データセンターの建設に対する5年間のモラトリアムを承認した。この決定は、これらの施設の高エネルギー消費と大量の水需要に対する環境懸念に対応するものである。町の計画委員会は今、さらなる承認のための政策を起草する。
ホワイト・リバー・バレー・スクールのサウス・リバーキャンパスで開催されたロイアルトン町総会で、有権者はAIおよび仮想通貨データセンターの建設に5年間のモラトリアムを課す条項に賛成の手を挙げた。この投票は、これらの大規模事業の環境影響に対する懸念を反映している。計画委員会委員長のジオ・ホニグフォード氏は、これらの施設を「巨大な」もので「ブーンとうなりを上げ、ごっそりと電力を消費し」、冷却に「膨大な量の水を必要とし」、我々の環境には「規模が大きすぎる」と形容した。
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Communities across the United States blocked or delayed at least 75 data center projects worth about 130 billion dollars from January through March 2026. Researchers described the period as the most blocked and delayed on record since tracking began in 2023. The opposition reflects a structural shift in local resistance to such developments.
Opposition to large data centers is emerging across party lines in several states. Recent moves by governors in Texas and New York highlight the trend. Local votes and polling show broad public resistance.
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The Maine House and Senate approved LD 307 this week, imposing a moratorium on new data centers requiring 20 megawatts or more until at least October 2027. The bill, which prohibits state and local approvals for such facilities, now awaits action from Gov. Janet Mills amid national concerns over surging energy demands from AI infrastructure.
Residents packed a virtual town hall meeting to express strong opposition to the rapid expansion of data centers in Pennsylvania. Speakers blamed the projects for higher electricity costs, heavy water consumption, and noise issues while criticizing Governor Josh Shapiro for supporting the industry.
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A POLITICO Poll reveals broad U.S. unease with artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency—even spanning 2024 Trump and Harris voter bases—as pro-industry super PACs pour tens of millions into 2026 midterm races. Pluralities see crypto as too risky and AI advancing too quickly, with voters favoring candidates backed by groups pushing stricter regulations.
A massive data center proposed for Imperial Valley, California, would require 750,000 gallons of water daily, raising fears among local residents about rising costs and shortages. Developer Sebastian Rucci plans to complete the 330-megawatt facility by 2028, but it faces lawsuits and regulatory hurdles. The project is one of 24 data centers set to open in the state by 2030.
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The Democratic primary for New York’s 12th Congressional District has turned into a high-stakes contest over artificial intelligence policy. The June 23 vote to replace retiring Representative Jerry Nadler features state Assembly member Alex Bores as a leading candidate. Outside spending tied to AI companies has exceeded $20 million.