NYT
The Teens Taking On A.I. Data Centers
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Teenagers have organized groups to examine artificial intelligence data centers and their local impacts, including forming after-school clubs and speaking at community meetings. Some participants acknowledged their own use of AI technology while advocating for greater scrutiny of data center operations. The movement reflects growing youth engagement with infrastructure and technology policy at the local level.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/20/style/the-teens-taking-on-data-centers.html
