Berkshire Hathaway CEO Notes Growing Resistance to U.S. Data Center Construction
Greg Abel, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B), highlighted increasing pushback against data center construction across the United States during an interview with CNBC. He noted that local communities are resisting these developments due to concerns over resource consumption and environmental impact. While Berkshire is interested in providing energy solutions for hyperscalers like major computing firms, Abel emphasized the need to avoid rate hikes for other customers. The U.S. currently has around 4,700 data centers, a number that continues to rise. However, political resistance is growing; New York State has imposed a moratorium on new builds while others consider similar measures. Analysts at Mizuho have also pointed out the potential for this issue to influence upcoming midterm elections as concerns over resource use and job creation remain contentious.
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