Data center development is driving demand for acoustic consultants, as developers and neighboring communities hire acousticians to assess noise emissions (Sheena Meng/Bloomberg)

Sheena Meng / Bloomberg : Data center development is driving demand for acoustic consultants, as developers and neighboring communities hire acousticians to assess noise emissions — The sprawling facilities get a lot of attention for their water and energy usage, but it's the threat of constant noise emission that has nearby residents up in arms.