People and Data Centers in the USA

May 16, 2026, 11:30
USPolitics

Introduction

The USA is building many new data centers. Some people like this, but many people are angry.

Main Body

Many Americans do not want data centers. A poll says 70 percent of people dislike them. People in New Jersey are sad because the companies do not tell the truth about the buildings. Some data centers use too much power. One project in Utah needs more electricity than the whole state uses now. This is a big problem for the environment. Some leaders say the USA needs these centers to compete with China. They want to give money to tech companies. Other leaders say this is wrong because the companies are already rich.

Conclusion

Local people want to protect their homes, but the government wants to win the technology race.

Learning

⚡ The Power of 'TOO MUCH'

In the text, we see: "Some data centers use too much power."

When we want to say something is a problem because it is more than we need, we use Too + Adjective/Amount.

How to use it:

  • Too much + (Things we cannot count) →\rightarrow Too much money, too much electricity.
  • Too + (Describing word) →\rightarrow Too big, too rich, too sad.

🚩 Contrasting Ideas with 'BUT'

Look at the first paragraph: "Some people like this, but many people are angry."

Use BUT to connect two opposite feelings or facts in one sentence.

Example patterns:

  • I like tech →\rightarrow BUT →\rightarrow I hate data centers.
  • Companies are rich →\rightarrow BUT →\rightarrow they want more money.

🗝️ Quick Vocabulary Switch

Word from textSimpler A2 meaning
CompeteTo try to win
ProtectTo keep safe
DislikeTo not like

Vocabulary Learning

people
individuals or a group of humans
Example:People are waiting in line at the store.
new
not old, recently made or started
Example:She bought a new car yesterday.
like
to enjoy or find pleasing
Example:I like to read books.
many
a large number of
Example:Many students attended the lecture.
angry
feeling strong displeasure
Example:He was angry when he lost his keys.
do
to perform an action
Example:Do you need any help?
want
to desire something
Example:I want a cup of tea.
poll
a survey asking opinions
Example:The poll shows most people support the plan.
percent
a part of a hundred
Example:Ten percent of the money was saved.
sad
feeling unhappiness
Example:She felt sad after the movie.
power
energy used to do work
Example:The house uses a lot of power.
electricity
electric energy that powers devices
Example:Electricity is needed to charge the phone.
problem
a difficult situation
Example:There is a problem with the computer.
environment
the natural world around us
Example:We should protect the environment.
leaders
people who guide others
Example:Leaders make important decisions.