Data center projects in France: local mobilizations and consultations

On October 29, 2026, dozens of local collectives opposed to data center installations publish a call demanding a moratorium and addressing presidential candidates; the same day, in Cauffry, a resident consultation shows a clear rejection of a project. Early November, the promoters of the Bosquel supercomputer say they are open to consultation, but a public meeting on November 2 is heated, while projects in Saint-Priest and Brebières-Corbehem spark debates and a citizens' march. On November 5 and 6, pressure on AI giants and data centers is echoed in the public debate, EDF considers rehabilitating old power plants, and demonstrations are organized across Europe. On November 7, fears multiply around Amazon's project in Sénart forest, the EU seeks to speed up environmental assessments, a Microsoft construction site is blocked, a demonstration is announced at Bosquel and 300 demonstrators gather in Rantigny. On November 8, while France has 350 data centers and some forty projects, concerns for biodiversity and residents are highlighted.