Residents in Virginia Push Back Against Data Center Expansion
The growing movement in Virginia is increasingly opposing the rapid expansion of data centers within the state. As residents express their concerns through letters to the editor and local protests, there is a rising sentiment that these developments disrupt community integrity and environmental sustainability. Critics argue that without appropriate policy protections, the situation is reaching a crisis point. Notably, Prince William County residents are leading the fight against new residential data center projects. Reports also indicate that this expansion could necessitate significant increases in gas generation to support these facilities by 2030.
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