Some Electricians Think Building Data Centers Is for Sellouts
Big Tech is throwing big money into data center buildouts. As national opposition to the facilities grows, some workers are beginning to question whether it’s worth it.
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Big Tech is investing billions into data center construction, creating significant job opportunities for electricians and skilled trades workers. As national opposition to data centers grows, some electricians are questioning the ethics of the work, worrying about job losses, community harm, and complicity in corporate activities they view as problematic. Others argue that individual workers should not be judged for taking jobs that will be built regardless, citing the need for income and the reality that workers ultimately serve wealthy interests across many industries. The debate reflects broader tensions within the electrician community about whether participating in data center buildouts represents necessary work or ethical compromise.
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