Most Americans would rather have a nuclear power plant in their neighborhood than a data center
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A new Gallup poll reveals that 71% of Americans oppose building AI data centers in their neighborhoods — more than the 53% who oppose nuclear power plants nearby. Key concerns include excessive energy and water use, noise pollution, higher utility bills, and traffic. Gallup warns this widespread opposition could fuel local activism, legal challenges, and make data center expansion a major political issue.
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