Do Data Centers Save or Cost Taxpayers Money?

As data center development accelerates across America, communities are asking whether these massive projects will lower energy costs, reduce property taxes, or place new burdens on taxpayers. In this exclusive interview, Data Center Coalition Executive Vice President Dan DiIorio discusses the growing backlash against data centers, electricity demand, water usage, tax incentives, eminent domain concerns, and whether new AI infrastructure can ultimately save consumers money. Topics include: Data centers and electricity prices Taxpayer impact and property taxes AI infrastructure expansion State tax incentives Illinois data center tax credits Utility rates and energy demand National security and digital infrastructure Economic development and local government revenue Watch for a fact-based discussion on one of America's fastest-growing economic debates. Subscribe for more reporting on government spending, taxpayer issues, public policy, and state economics.