# California’s Data Center Dilemma | Sacramento News

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Podcast: [Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sacramento-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564759)
Published: 2026-07-23T06:31:47+00:00
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California’s AI boom is sparking fierce local battles over where to build massive new data centers—facilities that guzzle electricity and water while stirring up noise and environmental fears. While some cities see economic upside, others like Monterey Park have voted overwhelmingly to ban them. Governor Newsom backs local control and argues big tech should pay for the infrastructure they’re driving demand for. The state is now racing to regulate without hiking costs, with new bills demanding transparency on water and energy use—and pushing companies to factor data centers into drought planning. The goal? Find smart, industrial sites that won’t burden communities or the planet. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9a93f352d58a1f9d

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