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Poll: Concern about AI is growing among NH residents, but so is AI use
News ClipNew Hampshire Public Radio·NH

Poll: Concern about AI is growing among NH residents, but so is AI use

A recent poll in New Hampshire indicates growing concern among residents about the negative impacts of AI, particularly on elections and job availability. The survey also revealed significant opposition to data center development, with two-thirds of respondents opposing a data center in their town. Furthermore, a majority of residents supported a proposed halt on data center construction that the New Hampshire Legislature considered.

6/8/2026
NH residents use AI more, but fear job loss
News ClipValley News·NH

NH residents use AI more, but fear job loss

A recent poll in New Hampshire indicates that while residents are increasingly using AI, they are largely pessimistic about its overall societal impact, particularly concerning job availability. The survey also found strong public opposition to data center development, with two-thirds of respondents opposing a data center in their town and 45% supporting a moratorium on such projects. The New Hampshire Legislature considered a data center development halt this year but did not reach a consensus.

6/7/2026
Nottingham data center proposal sparks controversy
News ClipValley News·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Nottingham data center proposal sparks controversy

A proposed data center in Nottingham, New Hampshire, faced significant local opposition, leading the developer to withdraw his application. Residents cited concerns over water quality, electricity costs, and noise pollution, and are now advocating for a town-wide moratorium on similar developments. State-level efforts to regulate data centers in New Hampshire recently failed.

6/6/2026
New UNH study: two-thirds of Granite Staters say AI will make country worse
News ClipWMUR·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

New UNH study: two-thirds of Granite Staters say AI will make country worse

A new University of New Hampshire study found that nearly two-thirds of New Hampshire residents believe AI will negatively impact the country, with a majority also opposing AI data center development in the state. This sentiment aligns with a proposed data center in Nottingham being withdrawn due to public opposition and local officials raising concerns about resource use and noise.

6/6/2026
Nottingham data center proposal withdrawn after backlash
News ClipNH Business Review·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Nottingham data center proposal withdrawn after backlash

A proposal to build a data center in Nottingham, New Hampshire, was withdrawn by developer Thomas Moulton just before a planning board meeting. The withdrawal followed significant public backlash, including a petition with over 25,000 signatures, citing environmental concerns, water usage, energy costs, and noise pollution.

6/5/2026
Nottingham residents say they don’t want a data center in town. The planning board is listening.
News ClipNew Hampshire Public Radio·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Nottingham residents say they don’t want a data center in town. The planning board is listening.

Nottingham, New Hampshire residents successfully opposed a proposed data center, leading the local planning board to draft a 12-month moratorium on data center construction. The board is also forming a subcommittee to revise zoning laws to prohibit such facilities. Residents voiced concerns about water quality, energy costs, and property values.

6/4/2026
As Nottingham Continues to Address Backlash to Data Center Proposal, What Does NH Law Say?
News ClipBusiness NH Magazine·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

As Nottingham Continues to Address Backlash to Data Center Proposal, What Does NH Law Say?

A proposal by entrepreneur Thomas Moulton to build a data center in Nottingham, New Hampshire, was withdrawn after significant local backlash from residents concerned about environmental impact, electricity use, and noise. Despite the withdrawal, residents are continuing their advocacy, prompting the town's planning board to explore options like a moratorium. State-level legislative efforts to define and regulate data centers in New Hampshire have failed.

6/3/2026
Nottingham data center proposal withdrawn amid outcry
News ClipValley News·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Nottingham data center proposal withdrawn amid outcry

A proposed data center in Nottingham, New Hampshire, was withdrawn by applicant Tom Moulton following significant public outcry, including an online petition and protests. Residents expressed concerns about the project's impact on local water supplies, electricity costs, and the broader implications of AI expansion. State legislators are now discussing the need for future statewide regulations on data center development, as a previous bill was tabled.

6/3/2026
Data center proposal ignites furor in small NH town
News ClipEagle-Tribune·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Data center proposal ignites furor in small NH town$

A data center proposal in Nottingham, New Hampshire, faced significant public opposition, including protests and an online petition. The proposal was ultimately withdrawn before a Planning Board meeting, but residents still attended to voice their concerns about data center development.

5/30/2026
Data Center Opposition Emerges as Issue in New Hampshire Gubernatorial Race
News Clip1:44WMUR-TV·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Data Center Opposition Emerges as Issue in New Hampshire Gubernatorial Race

New Hampshire gubernatorial candidates, Cindy Warmington and Governor Kelly Ayotte, are addressing growing voter opposition to data centers. Warmington proposes a temporary moratorium on new data center construction, citing concerns over increased electricity rates, noise pollution, and water consumption. Ayotte also acknowledges public concerns regarding high energy costs in the state.

5/29/2026
Both major candidates for New Hampshire governor share opposition to data centers
News ClipWMUR·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Both major candidates for New Hampshire governor share opposition to data centers

Both major candidates for New Hampshire governor, Cinde Warmington and Kelly Ayotte, have expressed opposition to data center construction in the state, citing concerns over energy, water, and noise. Warmington proposes a temporary moratorium on new data center developments. This issue has gained prominence after a data center proposal in Nottingham was withdrawn due to community opposition.

5/29/2026
Statewide backlash over proposed data center forces town to move hearing to larger venue
News ClipYahoo News Malaysia·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Statewide backlash over proposed data center forces town to move hearing to larger venue

A proposed data center in Nottingham, New Hampshire, is facing significant public backlash and statewide opposition due to concerns over its potential power and water consumption. Town officials were forced to move a planning board discussion to a larger venue to accommodate the high level of public interest. The entrepreneur behind the project, Thomas Moulton, believes critics are overlooking potential tax revenue benefits.

5/29/2026
Entrepreneur faces backlash over Nottingham data center
News ClipValley News·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

Entrepreneur faces backlash over Nottingham data center

A Seacoast entrepreneur, Thomas Moulton, is proposing a data center in Nottingham, NH, which is facing significant backlash from residents concerned about its power and water consumption. The Nottingham Planning Board is scheduled to hold its first conceptual consultation on the project, with a planned protest outside the meeting.

5/28/2026
AI Data Center Paused Amid Uproar in Nottingham
News ClipInDepthNH.org·Nottingham, Rockingham County, NH

AI Data Center Paused Amid Uproar in Nottingham

A proposed data center project in Nottingham, New Hampshire, has been paused after its developer, Tom Moulton, withdrew his application following significant community opposition and a large protest. Residents expressed concerns about the environmental impact, including high water and electricity consumption. State-level legislative efforts to grant local communities more authority over data center zoning were recently rejected.

5/28/2026