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AOC Confronts EPA Over Meta Data Center's Environmental Impact
‘This is drinking water in...’: AOC ambushes EPA with proof how META Data Centre pollutes the climate
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) confronted officials from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding water pollution linked to Meta's data center projects. Her allegations highlight significant concerns about environmental safety, drinking water contamination, and the impact of fast-tracked tech infrastructure under the Trump administration.
- 01AOC's confrontation with EPA officials centered on claims of water pollution from Meta's data centers.
- 02The discussion raised issues of corporate accountability regarding environmental safety.
- 03AOC criticized the Trump administration for prioritizing tech infrastructure projects over environmental protection.
- 04The exchange emphasized the potential contamination of drinking water linked to these projects.
- 05AOC's remarks reflect broader concerns about climate change and environmental justice.
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During a recent congressional session, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) confronted officials from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding alarming claims of water pollution associated with the construction of Meta's data centers. AOC's passionate remarks raised critical questions about environmental safety and the potential contamination of drinking water. She criticized the Trump administration for its role in fast-tracking massive AI and tech infrastructure projects, arguing that such actions compromise public health and safety. This confrontation underscores ongoing concerns about corporate accountability and the environmental impact of big tech companies, highlighting the need for stricter regulations to protect natural resources and ensure environmental justice.
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The confrontation highlights the potential risks to drinking water safety and environmental health in areas near Meta's data centers.
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