Environmental concerns
Coverage of Environmental concerns in the Nexus archive.
- Data centers have become a political issue. Here’s where the Ohio governor candidates stand.
Ohio gubernatorial candidates Vivek Ramaswamy and Amy Acton have differing plans to regulate data centers, focusing on environmental impacts, energy usage, and tax incentives. Ramaswamy advocates for efficiency and avoiding bans, while Acton and running mate David Pepper emphasize preventing increased costs for residents and enforcing transparency.
- Ken-Betwa protest: Why are tribals opposing the river-linking project | Explained
Tribals are opposing the Ken-Betwa river-linking project due to concerns over rehabilitation, compensation, and environmental impacts.
- Skyline construction moves to segment three, impacting Kakaako
Skyline rail construction is moving to its third segment in Kakaako, potentially blocking business driveways and raising environmental concerns among Oahu residents.
- Trump calls data centers 'money machines' and says New York is letting them slip away
President Donald Trump criticized New York's one-year pause on new AI data center permits, calling the facilities 'money machines' that create jobs and economic opportunities. New York Governor Kathy Hochul's moratorium aims to address environmental concerns, including energy and water use, while developing long-term regulations for the energy-intensive infrastructure.
- More than 100 homes and retail space coming to former hospital property in James City County
More than 100 homes and retail space are planned for a former hospital property in James City County. County supervisors are divided over housing needs and environmental concerns related to the development.
- Kerala government to audit black sand mining amid environmental concerns
The Kerala government is conducting an audit of black sand mining amid environmental concerns. This action follows growing environmental worries about the impact of such mining activities.
- Albanian protesters rally against Kushner-backed resort in protected area
Albanian protesters are opposing a Kushner-backed resort project in a protected coastal area, chanting 'Albania is not for sale' and raising environmental concerns.
- LISTEN: Nashville Debates Data Centers
Banner reporters Steven Hale and Sarah Grace Taylor discuss data centers planned for Fisk University and near the Nashville Zoo, addressing health and environmental concerns. The podcast highlights public debates over these projects and their impacts.
- Kevin O'Leary calls the opposition to his mega data center 'bumps in the road'
Kevin O'Leary's companies, O'Leary Digital and West GenCo LLC, are developing a massive data center in Box Elder County, Utah, despite opposition from residents and local officials. The project, called the Stratos Project, faces lawsuits and concerns over environmental impacts, but O'Leary remains determined, calling the resistance 'bumps in the road.'
- Kushner Island? Why a planned resort has provoked protests in Albania
A planned resort on Kushner Island in Albania aims to boost the country as a global tourism destination, but has sparked protests due to environmental concerns. The government supports the project to enhance tourism.
- Backlash in Albania over plans for new luxury resort backed by Kushner
A new luxury development in Albania, backed by Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, is facing backlash from locals due to environmental concerns. The report is by NBC News' Raf Sanchez.
- Kushner-Linked Luxury Resort Plans Ignite Protests Across Albania
A Kushner-linked luxury resort project in Albania has sparked protests, with thousands demanding the government block the investment due to environmental and corruption concerns.
- EU concerns grow over Albania's Trump-linked megaproject
A luxury resort on Albania's protected coast linked to Jared Kushner, son-in-law of US President Donald Trump, is facing protests and environmental concerns as the country seeks EU membership.