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Pew Research Center reports on participation in online communities, reasons for joining or leaving, and views on how the internet affects social connection. The report draws on a survey of 9,750 U.S. adults conducted May 26–June 1, 2026.
Pew Research Center survey of 10,548 U.S. adults finds growing concern about data centers' environmental impact, home energy costs and quality of life, with majorities now saying they are mostly bad for the environment.
Why I recommend it: Pew Research Center short read published 22 September 2026, survey fielded 20 July–9 August 2026. 54% of Americans say data centers are mostly bad for the environment (up from 39% in January), 50% say mostly bad for home energy costs, 49% say mostly bad for nearby quality of life. Views on local tax revenue and jobs are mixed. 12% had not heard of data centers at all.
