Data Centers Spark Community Backlash, Reshaping Energy Future
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People Mentioned
- Kyla Scanlon (Economic Commentator) - Mentioned as a guest on "Today, Explained" who discussed data center projects powering the economy.
- Jenevieve Boland - Resident organizing against the proposed data center in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
- Patty Smith - Resident organizing against the proposed data center in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
- Brian O'Neal (Developer) - Proposed turning the Conshohocken steel mill into a data center.
- John Macaliff (Democratic Delegate Elect for House District 30, Virginia) - Flipped a district by campaigning against data centers.
- James Fishback - Candidate in Florida's Republican primary for governor, running against data centers.
- Josh Shapiro (Democratic Governor of Pennsylvania) - Mentioned as supportive of data centers.
- Dave McCormick (Republican Senator) - Mentioned as supportive of data centers.
- Umer Irfan (Climate, Energy, and Environment Reporter for Vox) - Discussed the idea of energy abundance and clean energy.
- Andrew Melnic (Vox Colleague) - Provided a testimonial for American Giant clothing.
Organizations & Institutions
- Data Center Watch - An organization tracking community opposition to data center projects.
Websites & Online Resources
- Facebook page - Used by Jenevieve and Patty to organize neighbors against the proposed data center.
- vox.com - Where Umer Irfan's articles can be read.
Other Resources
- Conshohocken Steel Mill - A former steel plate finishing facility near Philadelphia, which was proposed to be converted into a data center.
- Three Mile Island nuclear power plant - Mentioned in the context of Microsoft's investment in nuclear energy.