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Opposition is mounting against proposed data centers in Illinois due to concerns over high electricity and water usage, rising utility costs, and environmental impacts. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has raised questions about Commonwealth Edison’s ability to handle the increased demand, leading to complaints filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Local residents and environmental groups are pushing back, with proposed legislation like the Data Center Energy & Water Reporting Act aiming to enhance accountability for resource consumption starting in 2026.