The struggle to manufacture transformers, switchgear and batteries domestically has forced the US to rely on imports, delaying data center construction.

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    4 days ago

    Surely there has to be some way of mitigating the ecological damage.

    Absolutely there is for most rare Earths or critical minerals!

    Although I’m sure it’s “too expensive”.

    Yep. Or rather, it is far cheaper to accomplish if you don’t give a shit about the environment.