Pew survey: 54% of Americans see data centers as bad for the environment

A Pew Research Center survey found US public perception of data centers has sharply deteriorated since January, with 54% viewing them as bad for the environment. Local opposition is rising amid concerns over environmental and economic effects.

• 54% of Americans view data centers as bad for the environment
• Attitudes toward data centers worsened sharply since January 2026
• Local opposition to data center construction is rising in the US