Virginia’s governor has unveiled a new plan to regulate data center construction, aiming to address growing concerns over environmental and community impacts. The proposed "Data Center Accountability Framework" seeks to limit noise pollution and excessive water consumption while encouraging the adoption of renewable energy sources. With data centers expanding rapidly, the initiative could reshape how these facilities operate in the state. Critics and supporters alike will likely weigh in on whether the measures strike the right balance between economic growth and sustainability.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) on Friday announced a new proposal to tighten restrictions on data center developments in the Old Dominion. The governor’s “Data Center Accountability Framework” outlines several objectives for the commonwealth’s approach to these projects, including cutting down on noise pollution and water use tied to these projects and promoting clean energy...
