Tyler, The Creator slams Georgia data centers over pollution: 'Death to all data centers'
Grammy-winning artist Tyler, The Creator publicly condemned data center developments in DeKalb County, Georgia, citing concerns over water contamination and environmental racism. His comments come after the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners approved a 100-day extension of a development freeze on new infrastructure projects. Local officials are evaluating the utility strains and environmental impacts of such facilities before finalizing regulatory frameworks.
Grammy-winning artist Tyler, The Creator publicly criticized technology hub developments in DeKalb County, Georgia, following the local government's decision to extend a moratorium on new infrastructure projects. The artist posted a video from a DeKalb County Board of Commissioners meeting to his Instagram, expressing concerns about water contamination, utility resource consumption, and environmental equity, and writing "death to all data centers."
Local officials approved a 100-day extension of a development freeze in a 5-2 vote on June 8, which will remain active until September 30. During this period, leaders plan to evaluate the environmental impacts and utility strains associated with data centers. Rev. Keyanna Jones Moore addressed county leaders at the meeting, alleging that officials disregard community voices and critical facts, particularly concerning proposed technology hubs in South DeKalb, which she linked to environmental racism.
Commissioner Nicole Massiah supported the moratorium extension, reaffirming her opposition to placing such facilities in District 3. Tyler, The Creator echoed frustrations regarding conventional political resistance methods, suggesting they are ineffective in creating tangible change.