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Virginia Voters Demand Data Center Accountability | Richmond News
Virginia voters are demanding accountability as data centers surge across the state, with 80% calling for extra fees to cover their massive energy use and 70% opposing tax breaks meant to lure them in. Communities are rallying against environmental damage and noise, urging tech giants to commit to clean energy and smaller projects. Residents feel ignored at meetings where companies tout benefits without addressing real concerns, prompting a Chesterfield petition for public transparency in all deals. State lawmakers are responding — one senator wants an immediate pause on new approvals…
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