Cherokee Nation Bans Large Data Centers on Its Land

The Cherokee Nation, the largest Native American tribe in the US, has banned large data centers on its land and trust land. The decision is based on a 37-page report showing that 64% of tribal members oppose such construction, citing concerns about energy use, air quality, and cultural preservation.

Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. stated that protecting the tribe is the top priority and that no hyperscale data centers will be supported on tribal land until proper consultation occurs. This move reflects the community's cautious approach to tech expansion and could impact data center siting strategies in the US.