Dagen McDowell explains how local opposition to data centers is rooted in public backlash against big tech companies like Google and Amazon, who are perceived as getting rich off user data.
Dagen McDowell highlights the growing local opposition to data centers, attributing it to a broader public backlash against big tech giants. She explains how companies like Google and Amazon are seen as profiting from user data, leading to anger. McDowell points out the significant increase in data center restrictions across the U.S., including New York’s moratorium, reflecting concerns over energy, water, and job displacement.
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