INTERACTIVE MAP TRACKS DATA CENTER BOOM ACROSS US

Isabelle Reksopuro created the mapping project after observing conflicting information about Google's data center expansion in Oregon. The tech giant has acquired land in The Dalles, near the Washington border, fueling debate over public land use and resource allocation. "There's a lot of misinformation about data centers," Reksopuro said, noting that Google has disputed characterizations of how it obtained the property. The interactive map allows users to locate data centers in their regions and track related policy developments. As AI demand accelerates, data centers have become central to debates over land use, electricity consumption, and corporate expansion. The tool provides a transparent resource for residents and policymakers monitoring infrastructure growth. Data centers require significant power and cooling resources, making their locations increasingly relevant to community planning and environmental discussions.