Data centers consume significant electricity to store unused digital files.
Every photo, email and forgotten download stored in the cloud lives somewhere physical. Most of the time, it’s in a data center that runs around the clock, drawing power and emitting greenhouse gases.
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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.
A study warns that data centers may drive electricity bills higher in some US states. Increases could exceed 50 percent by 2030 due to growing demand.
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After the Green New Deal Network folded at the end of 2025, climate organizers have turned their attention to blocking new data centers across the United States. The shift has drawn in a broader coalition concerned about energy use, water consumption, and rising electricity costs.
A new Gallup survey reveals that 71 percent of Americans oppose the construction of AI data centers in their communities. The poll highlights widespread concerns about the facilities' heavy demands on electricity and water.
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Amazon has reported that its energy consumption in 2025 exceeded New Zealand's total usage. The company's carbon footprint rose 16 percent during the year.