Where they stand on data centers
On concerns about hyperscale data centers
Many constituents I have spoken to have expressed concern about the environmental impact these data centers will cause. The detrimental increase in water usage is concerning, as a medium-sized center can use up to 110 million gallons per year for cooling purposes, which is equivalent to the annual water usage of around 1,000 households. With only 0.5% of water on earth fit for human consumption, the idea of using it to cool down mega computers is insulting to say the least Other concerns I have heard are increases in electric bills for residents, as these centers will require a lot of power to function. There have also been concerns with tax breaks for the companies that run these centers, and the lack of meaningful economic development for the communities.
How they’d address those concerns
I would say those are extremely important concerns to be aware of as we grow in the tech industry. While people want the newest and greatest things, we must be aware that these data centers WILL cause a water shortage in our lifetime if we allow them to be built. They will destroy the environment, and they can lead to a huge spike in everyday bills and finances for the people. I cannot fathom voting for something that will destroy the future for our children and the generations to come.
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