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Monterey Park, California, Becomes First City to Vote for Permanent Datacenter Ban
3 Haziran 2026The Guardian
- Residents in Monterey Park, California, have made history by becoming the first in the United States to vote on a permanent ban on datacenters. The early results show a strong support for this prohibition, marking a significant shift in how local governance can directly engage with community concerns.
- Unlike other cities that have implemented temporary moratoriums, Monterey Park's decision comes through a ballot initiative, reflecting the residents' desire for more control over local development.
- Monterey Park's decision comes amid a backdrop of increasing scrutiny on the tech industry, particularly regarding its environmental footprint and resource consumption. Many cities have expressed concerns over the rapid proliferation of datacenters, which require significant amounts of electricity and can strain loc…
- This vote in Monterey Park signals a growing trend among communities to assert their preferences regarding technology infrastructure. As concerns about energy consumption, environmental impact, and data privacy rise, residents are increasingly willing to take a stand against large-scale datacenter projects.
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This article reflects the views of the residents of Monterey Park and does not necessarily represent the opinions of The Guardian or its editorial staff.
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