US Midterm Referendums Target Data Center Expansion Amid Energy Cost Backlash

Dozens of local referendums in the US midterm elections seek to regulate or ban data centers, driven by complaints of soaring energy bills. This marks a notable shift from permissive local policies to active opposition, potentially slowing data center growth and affecting energy demand forecasts. The outcome is uncertain and will shape future infrastructure and energy policy at the state and local levels.

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