large-scale data centers

Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell has directed Metro departments to review the potential impact of large-scale data centers on communities. The review follows concerns raised by the public.

Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell has signed a temporary mortarium to ensure Nashvillians will be protected from any 'potential negative impacts' from large-scale data centers.

Anti-data center measures are gaining momentum at the state and local level in the U.S., with Maine becoming the first state to pass a bill banning large-scale data center development. The trend reflects growing public opposition to AI infrastructure expansion in communities.