Gallup調査:米国人は原子力発電所よりも近隣のAIデータセンター建設に反対
米国人の71%が自宅近くへのAIデータセンター建設に反対しており、原子力発電所への反対率を上回っています。これは米国のAIインフラ拡大に対する地域レベルの抵抗の可能性を示唆しています。
71% of americans oppose constructing ai data centers in their neighborhoods, a figure surpassing the 53% who object to nuclear power plants, according to a new gallup survey. opponents cite high water and energy usage, pollution, and increased utility bills, while supporters highlight job creation and tax revenue. the poll identifies a stark political divide, with 56% of democrats strongly opposed compared to 39% of republicans, and strongest resistance in the midwest and south. this growing local backlash poses a threat to the massive infrastructure buildout needed to support generative ai, potentially turning into a campaign issue. the sentiment is already influencing legislation, such as senator bernie sanders' artificial intelligence data center moratorium act introduced in march 2026.