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The artificial intelligence revolution is driving a massive expansion of natural gas-powered data centers, particularly in energy-rich regions. According to reports, companies including OpenAI, Poolside, and Meta are constructing facilities that rely heavily on fracked gas, raising environmental and community impact concerns.

AI’s Growing Energy Demands Spark Fossil Fuel Renaissance

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is creating an unexpected resurgence for the natural gas industry, according to multiple reports. Major AI companies are building massive data centers near gas production sites, often generating their own power directly from fossil fuels. This trend represents a significant shift in energy infrastructure development that AI companies are pursuing despite growing environmental concerns.