Protesters storm site of Microsoft’s planned Amsterdam data centre
Activists in Amsterdam have stormed the site of a proposed Microsoft data centre, protesting the project's environmental impact.
The protest comes as the artificial intelligence boom fuels increased demand for data infrastructure. Microsoft's planned Amsterdam facility has faced opposition from local residents concerned about resource consumption.
Activists argue the data centre will place excessive strain on the region's energy and water supplies, potentially harming the environment and local communities.
Environmental concerns
The incident highlights growing tensions between tech expansion and environmental sustainability in European cities. Similar protests have emerged across the continent as data centre projects multiply.
The AI boom is fuelling demand for the infrastructure, but locals say it will drain energy and water resources.
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