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Lauren E. Bridges on Fantasies and Realities of Digital Transformation and the Data Center Industry

New Books in Economics

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Digital Governance and Local Realities

This chapter examines the challenges posed by the expansion of data centers on local communities, particularly in relation to energy consumption and availability. It reflects on the disconnect between national digital agendas and their real-world consequences, encouraging a critical analysis of sociotechnical imaginaries. Ultimately, the discussion highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of the interplay between digital transformation and local infrastructures.

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