Lauren E. Bridges on Fantasies and Realities of Digital Transformation and the Data Center Industry
Peoples & Things
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Data Centers and Local Communities: A Complex Relationship
This chapter examines the intricate conflicts arising from the growth of data centers and their energy demands within local communities. It highlights the disparity between national digitization goals and the practical impacts on local energy resource allocation, revealing the tensions in areas impacted by corporate needs versus community requirements. By exploring specific case studies and the historical context of industrialization, the chapter calls for a deeper understanding of the implications of digital transformation on social and economic equity.
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