# The impact and the pushback against data centers

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Podcast: [Charlotte Talks With Mike Collins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins-6469304)
Published: 2026-05-07T14:49:55+00:00
Episode link: https://www.wfae.org/show/charlotte-talks-with-mike-collins/2026-05-06/the-impact-and-the-pushback-against-data-centers
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## Resource

On the next Charlotte Talks, everyone is talking about data centers — and so are we. We look at the latest: what impact they might have on our city and surrounding areas, why this region makes for a desirable location, and the community objections. Politicians at all levels have also been weighing in, with some calling for a moratorium on data centers. We’ll hear about all of this — and how their spread could impact your power bill.

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