Americans view data centers negatively: only 4% say they're good for the environment, 6% for jobs and 6% for quality of life nearby. A new Pew survey finds most believe data centers harm the environment, increase home energy costs and reduce quality of life in surrounding communities. https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2026/03/12/how-americans-view-data-centers-impact-in-key-areas-from-the-environment-to-jobs/ #Media #SocialMedia #AI #Pew
How Americans view data centers’ impact in key areas, from the environment to jobs

A broad majority of Americans have heard about data centers – the often-sprawling computing facilities that are popping up nationwide. But the public has mixed opinions about data centers’ impact…

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