The Data on Data Centers: What Americans Really Think

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Guides and Reports

June 17, 2026

Download the report here: https://info.zencity.io/datacenters

What was once a routine infrastructure decision is now a public debate. In this report, you’ll find a clear, data-backed view of where residents stand – covering sentiment on technology infrastructure, tradeoffs between economic growth and resource sustainability, and the perceived impact of AI.

Inside The Report:

-1 in 3 Americans are unsure about data center development.

-Only 1 in 5 Americans trust local government on data center impacts.

-Residents prioritize water (86%) and electricity (85%) over jobs and tax revenue.

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