The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) has raised concerns about an AI data center operated by Elon Musk’s company, xAI, located in Memphis, Tennessee. The organization is demanding a halt to operations due to alleged environmental violations stemming from the facility’s heavy reliance on gas turbines for power generation. 35 turbines are reportedly in operation at the Colossus site, which requires significant electricity. The NAACP argues these power sources could contribute to air pollution and negatively impact a nearby historically Black community. The group has sent a formal letter to local authorities requesting an emergency halt and emphasizing concerns about environmental justice. This dispute highlights growing anxieties surrounding the energy demands of AI infrastructure and raises questions regarding regulatory oversight in the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence.