Saanya Ojha · 25 August 2026 · Industry Analysis

Not in My Backyard, Not on My Grid

Saanya Ojha, Partner @ BCV

Data-center opposition has surged to 75% of Americans, not because of AI skepticism but because communities reject bearing infrastructure costs while corporations capture all benefits. The industry must restructure local bargains—funding grid upgrades, guaranteeing tax revenue, and sharing upside—or face widespread construction bans.

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Topics: Energy & Climate · AI (Horizontal)

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