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Local Opposition Disrupts $68 Billion…

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Local Opposition Disrupts $68 Billion in US Data Centers image

Local opposition reportedly delayed or blocked about 45 US data center projects worth $68 billion between April and June 2026. Community campaigns and proposed moratoriums are increasingly influencing project timelines, while around 30 state legislatures considered rules involving siting, electricity, and water. Data Center Watch also reported that opposition campaigns are emerging internationally as data center development expands.

First Article: 09/21/26

Latest Article: 09/24/26

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09-22-2026
Los Angeles Times
Local opposition stalls $68 billion in U.S. data center projects
Data Center Watch reported that local opposition blocked or delayed 45 data center projects worth $68 billion across the United States from April through June.
09-21-2026
Bloomberg / Newley Purnell
Local Opposition Disrupts $68 Billion in US Data Centers
Data Center Watch reported that local opposition delayed or blocked about 45 United States data-center projects worth $68 billion between April and June 2026.
09-21-2026
Yahoo / Newley Purnell
Local Opposition Disrupts $68 Billion in US Data Centers
Data Center Watch reported that local opposition blocked or delayed 45 US data center projects worth $68 billion from April through June 2026 across 49 states.