Tag: Data Center

“The Desert Is Not for Sale”: Inside the Revolt Against a Massive ‘Green’ Data Center in Rural New Mexico

A proposed renewable-powered AI data center in rural New Mexico has ignited fierce resistance from residents who fear the project threatens scarce water resources, fragile desert ecosystems and local control. The battle unfolding in Socorro reflects a growing national conflict over the environmental costs of artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Mystery Ad Campaign Backs Data Center Project. And Why No One’s Owning Up to It.

A mysterious group behind mailers and digital ad supporting the Project Jupiter data center in New Mexico faces scrutiny for undisclosed funding and tactics.