The Datacenter Divide: A Tale of Two Arkansas Cities The debate over datacenters in Little Rock, Arkansas, has been simmering for months, revealing a larger problem plaguing the nation.
On one hand, Google and Avaio promise jobs and economic growth; on the other, concerned citizens fear their natural resources will be drained to fuel these massive operations. Mayor Frank Scott Jr.
's opposition is fueled by concerns over water usage and electricity rates. His sense of urgency suggests he's aware that time is running out to address this issue before it becomes too late.