Officials say data centers can boost local economies. In Abilene, they have spurred a housing crisis

In Texas, data centers are seen as a way to boost local economies. However, the experience in Abilene has been different.

The city was initially enthusiastic about the potential of data centers to transform its economy. But now, some residents are questioning when they will see the benefits.

Further information on the situation in Abilene is available from Houston Public Media, which has reported on the impact of data centers in the city.