Q1 2026 sees $130 billion in blocked or delayed projects
The fight against data centers has been misread by the AI industry, with the real issue being the concentration of wealth created by AI.
A Gallup survey found 71% of Americans oppose AI data centers near their communities, citing concerns such as power use and pollution.
Data Center Watch reported at least 75 projects worth roughly $130 billion were blocked or delayed in Q1 2026, the worst quarter on record for disrupted data center developments.