A new Gallup survey published on Wednesday found most Americans oppose building AI data centers in their local area, highlighting growing public resistance as technology companies rapidly expand artificial intelligence infrastructure.

Gallup said 71% of Americans oppose AI data centers nearby, including 48% who are strongly opposed. Opposition to AI data centers was also significantly higher than opposition to nearby nuclear power plants, which stood at 53%. Respondents cited concerns around electricity use, water consumption, pollution, noise and rising utility bills.

The survey also found opposition was strongest among Americans worried about environmental quality. Democrats were more likely than Republicans to strongly oppose nearby data centers, while women registered higher levels of strong opposition than men.

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