Vineland, NJ — The ongoing construction of a major data center has sparked lively debate throughout the local community, with many residents concerned about pollution and energy prices.
The project is being developed by a private technology infrastructure firm based in Amsterdam called Nebius. The firm has recently completed projects in Finland, Paris, Kansas City, and Iceland.
Nebius AI Data Center (Paris, France)
Residents have raised significant concerns about potential pollution, increased power demand, and whether the project will offer and real economic benefit to the local area. One resident even sparked a viral conversation on Reddit, urging the community to speak up at upcoming city meetings.
The unfolding situation has highlighted deep questions about sustainable growth, transparency, and community involvement impacts these projects as they continue with the rise of artificial intelligence.