Data Centers Health and Environmental Impacts

 A powerful presentation and discussion on the extensive threats to our health and environment from the planned rapid expansion of data centers throughout our country. It is also a call to action to help advocate for stronger local, state and federal regulations and guardrails to protect our local communities and wildlife.  

• Learn about the health and environmental impacts of data centers on local communities from leading expert, Theodora Scarato from Environmental Health Sciences..
• As data centers expand rapidly across the country, learn about the potential health implications your patient population could experience if one is built in your community.
  • Air pollution from diesel generators and expanded energy production needed to support data center operations.
  • Water pollution from the discharge of toxic water used in cooling systems.
  • Increased production and use of PFAS for chip production and some cooling systems, which increases PFAS exposure via both air and water pollution.
  • Significant increase in EMF/ELF exposure via high voltage transmission lines and high concentration of EMF-producing electronics.
  • 24/7 noise and light pollution

As Environmental Medicine clinicians, we know the impact these toxic exposures can have on our patient population. It is important for us to understand the potential risks and prepare to support and advocate for our local communities.

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