xAI Datacenters Disregard Clean Air Act

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Elon Musk's xAI continues to use unpermitted gas turbines in Mississippi despite EPA regulations.
Mississippi regulators claim the mobile turbines don't need permits, conflicting with EPA's Clean Air Act stance.
Thermal images show over a dozen turbines emitting pollutants post-EPA ruling, deemed illegal by former EPA officials.
xAI plans expansion with more turbines, raising health concerns in nearby communities with schools.
The EPA has taken minimal enforcement action, deferring to state authorities despite federal policy violations.
Residents report increased noise, pollution, and health risks, with some forced to relocate.
xAI's operations span Tennessee-Mississippi, with plans for more data centers, exacerbating environmental impacts.
AI's energy demand leads to increased fossil fuel use, with renewables delayed until at least 2028.
Local opposition grows, with petitions demanding shutdowns over health and environmental concerns.

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