NAACP Urges Shutdown of xAI’s Polluting Memphis Data Center
NAACP calls for xAI’s Memphis data center shutdown over hazardous air emissions, sparking environmental justice concerns. Read the full story.
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NAACP Urges Shutdown of xAI’s Polluting Memphis Data Center
NAACP Calls for Shutdown of xAI’s Memphis Data Center Over Pollution Concerns What’s happening at xAI’s Memphis data center, and why is the NAACP stepping in? Many people searching for news about xAI, Elon Musk’s latest venture, and environmental justice in Memphis are asking these very questions. The controversy centers on Colossus, xAI’s “supercomputer” facility in South Memphis. According to the NAACP, this massive data center is allegedly violating clean air regulations, putting nearby residents—particularly those in the historically Black community of Boxtown—at risk. The civil rights group is urging local authorities to halt Colossus’ operations immediately, citing serious public health concerns. Pollution Risks and Legal Violations: A Deep Dive into Colossus’ Impact Colossus, powered by at least 35 gas turbines (many reportedly operating without permits), is emitting hazardous pollutants, including formaldehyde and nitrogen oxides, far exceeding EPA safety limits. Formaldehyde exp…
