Public backlash to the growth of data centers is rising, prompting local and state governments to seek moratoriums and new regulations on the facilities.

President Donald Trump favors the rapid buildout of data centers to advance artificial intelligence technology. But members of the public are worried that data centers can drive up electricity costs, use up the water supply, and create noise.

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