# US data center environmental protests

> Situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-data-center-environmental-protests
> Updated: 2026-10-07T00:07:54.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Opposition to the data center industry has manifested through various protests in the United States, primarily focusing on environmental concerns.

In Washington, D.C., demonstrators interrupted a pro-industry event titled ‘Data After Dark’ to protest the sector’s water usage. One protester stated, ‘Thank you for using all of our water. You are killing the world.’

In Walla Walla, Washington, the Walla Walla Anti-Data Center League has organized demonstrations following the announcement of a $4.8 billion Amazon data center project. Protesters are demanding a statewide moratorium on such facilities, citing concerns over transparency and potential groundwater contamination. They referenced a previous $20 million settlement involving Amazon in Oregon regarding nitrate contamination.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-07: Amazon data center project sparks protests in Walla Walla

Protesters in Walla Walla, Washington, are demanding a moratorium on data centers, citing concerns over water usage and potential aquifer pollution related to a proposed $4.8 billion Amazon project.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/amazon-data-center-project-sparks-protests-in-walla-walla

### 2026-09-28: Washington, D.C. data center event interrupted by protesters

Protesters interrupted a pro-data center event in Washington, D.C., citing concerns over water consumption and environmental impact. Security removed the demonstrators as attendees chanted to drown them out.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-dc-data-center-event-interrupted-by-protesters

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