The A.I. Data Center Backlash Has Reached a Quiet Corner of Rural England
Plans to build one of Europe’s largest data centers in Devon have been met by strong opposition from residents, as environmental concerns grow.
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- 2026-10-20 04:01 · New York Times AI
The A.I. Data Center Backlash Has Reached a Quiet Corner of Rural England
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