Alabama animal shelter sues to stop massive data center that risks health of thousands of pets

The Birmingham shelter says it is not against data centers but wants transparency, due diligence and proper approvals for a project planned near its new facility

A rendering of Nebius' data center project in Birmingham. Nebius An Alabama animal shelter is suing to block a massive AI data center project in Birmingham. The Greater Birmingham Humane Society alleges the city and developers bypassed zoning rules. AI data centers have been drawing pushback from communities across th

A heated federal land debate about data centers has spurred action from Boulder City officials and environmental groups.

Some 78 local jurisdictions have imposed data center bans or moratoriums, but the growing movement may only benefit China in the AI war race.

Nearly 30 residential properties are located along a 35-mile stretch in Georgia where some residents said they have no choice but to sell their homes.