Can the AI industry persuade data center opponents by getting rid of NDAs?

Equity discusses whether growing data center moratoriums are a response to the AI industry's lack of transparency with communities. The debate centers on whether dropping NDAs and improving communication could help ease opposition to new infrastructure projects.

As AI demand drives a rapid buildout of data centers, local resistance is becoming a major constraint on growth. Greater transparency may become a competitive necessity as communities push for clearer answers on power use, water consumption, and economic benefits.