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How the data center industry courts kids amid a backlash: 11+ firms and groups hosting field trips since 2025, flag kits and cards for first graders, and more

Amid a wave of backlash, some industry-friendly groups are employing creative and time-tested strategies to woo the youth.

How the data center industry courts kids amid a backlash: 11+ firms and groups hosting field trips since 2025, flag kits and cards for first graders, and more

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