9/7/26 Results

The Pros and Cons of Data Centers: Which statement or statements best reflects your views?  

Total Votes 495   Total Voters 187

They use millions of gallons of water daily for cooling, which can deplete local water supplies.  110 votes

They use as much electricity as a small city, which can raise utility bills and cause power outages.  102 votes

Once the facility is built, the number of permanent on-site jobs is relatively small. 87 votes

Large cooling fans and backup diesel generators create constant, loud background noise for nearby neighborhoods.  84 votes

They bring tax revenue and financial investment to state and local governments. 29 votes

They enable global digital innovations and AI advancements needed to compete with China.  29 votes

They create temporary construction work and permanent technical jobs for facility managers and IT technicians.  27 votes

They can force communities to improve local power grids and internet connectivity.  14 votes

None.  13 votes

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