Mapped: California's next data centers — and the power they'll need

Why it matters: Data centers have emerged as a key issue as midterm elections draw near.

By the numbers: Running at two-thirds capacity — typical for a data center — the average new data center uses enough energy to power 54,000 homes, according to Cleanview.

The fine print: Cleanview only counts individual buildings as data centers.

Reality check: It's unlikely the more than 3,000 data centers on Cleanview's national list will come to fruition.

• Forty-five projects on Cleanview's complete list have been canceled.
• About 450 don't have a completion date.

What's next: On average, the next generation of data centers in the U.S. is on track to consume 2.5 times more power than those opening in 2026.