Midterm elections could zap the data center buildout, experts say

Democratic victories in several gubernatorial races are likely to slow data center development across the U.S., according to tech analysts.

• 1h ago

Electricity bills force 1 in 5 to cut back on food, survey finds

Americans living on a fixed income are particularly vulnerable when electricity costs surge, a Consumer Reports expert says.

• Oct 21

Amazon vows to invest $1 billion in areas where it builds data centers

Amazon said it will invest $1 billion over five years to support job education, energy affordability and other priorities in communities where its data centers are located.

• Oct 2

California enacts data center laws giving communities more control over facilities

California placed new restrictions on data centers, giving local communities more control over the electricity, land and water usage by the facilities.

• Sep 21

How much water does AI really use?

The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.

• Jun 25

CBS News poll finds more oppose than favor data centers in their area

Most Americans expect data centers to negatively impact the environment, local resources, although some see economic benefits

• Jun 24

Meta launches program to train workers for data center jobs

Meta pledged to invest $115 million to train electricians, plumbers and other workers needed to operate data centers.

• Jun 10