Use this map to find the data centers in your backyard

A University of Washington student built a self-updating interactive map that tracks data centers and related state policies using public records and scraped legislation.

The project was inspired by backlash over Google’s water use in Oregon, where communities around The Dalles and Mount Hood National Forest raised concerns.

The map shows sharp policy differences: Maine has moved to restrict hyperscale data centers, while Texas offers generous tax breaks to attract them.

The story underscores how residents often learn about data centers only after they are planned or built, fueling demands for more transparency and local input.