AI data center bans are rapidly multiplying across the US — 69 jurisdictions block new builds, with four moves noted as permanent
2026-05-08 · r/technology
69 US jurisdictions have said 'not in my backyard' to AI data centers, with four making the bans permanent. Turns out communities aren't thrilled about massive energy-guzzling facilities moving in so tech companies can train their chatbots. The AI industry is discovering that 'move fast and build things' hits different when local governments actually fight back.