Data Centers Gain Favor in Brazil's Election Amid U.S. Backlash
By Editor • September 2, 2026 • 1 min read
As Brazil prepares for its presidential election in October, data centers are taking center stage in campaign discussions. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and challenger Flavio Bolsonaro are highlighting investments in these facilities and artificial intelligence to strengthen the economy.
This stands in stark contrast to the political landscape in the U.S., where concerns over rising electricity costs and water consumption have led to backlash against such projects.
Source: www.japantimes.co.jp
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