From The Banner · Pamela Wood · · 1m
Maryland Residents Oppose Data Centers
Most Marylanders reject new data centers as economic and environmental concerns grow.
In brief
Most Marylanders reject new data centers as economic and environmental concerns grow. Over 75% of Maryland residents oppose new data centers, with strong opposition across all demographics. Originally reported by The Banner.
Poll Finds Strong Opposition
More than three-quarters of Marylanders oppose new data centers being built in the state and their communities.
Support Rates Low
Just 13% support new data centers in the state and 16% support those near their communities.
Survey Details
The survey of 776 likely voters was conducted Sept. 22-27 via landlines, cellphones and text messages.
Opposition Across Demographics
Opposition cuts across every demographic measured in the poll, including party affiliation, gender, geography, age, education and income.
Gov. Moore's Shift
Gov. Wes Moore previously supported data centers but now proposed standards and a task force to study their impacts.
Opposition Leaders
Dan Cox, Andy Ellis and Cathy White call for a ban or moratorium on data centers, citing environmental and equity concerns.
“We’re demanding a ban”
Here's the gist
Over 75% of Maryland residents oppose new data centers, with strong opposition across all demographics.
