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Morning Wire

What Happens When A Data Center Comes To Town?

May 16, 2026·12m

The AI revolution isn’t just happening online anymore. It’s arriving in towns across America — in the form of massive data centers, new transmission lines, and warehouse-sized buildings that consume enormous amounts of electricity.Supporters say these projects will fuel economic growth and help America stay ahead in the AI race. Critics warn about rising energy demands, water use, and the growing influence of Big Tech on local communities.On this episode of Morning Wire, energy analyst Mark Mills explains what’s really driving the data center boom, why AI requires so much infrastructure, and how the race for artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape America itself. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep.

What Happens When A Data Center Comes To Town? — Morning Wire · Podtracker