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flag AI-driven data center growth in Northern Virginia fuels economic gains but raises electricity, noise, and environmental concerns.

flag Data centers are rapidly expanding across the U.S., especially in Northern Virginia, which has become the global leader in development, surpassing markets like Beijing. flag Driven by AI demand, the boom brings economic benefits, including thousands of jobs and billions in income, but also raises concerns over soaring electricity costs—up to 267% in some areas—noise pollution, infrastructure strain, and environmental impacts. flag Despite local opposition and warnings about long-term sustainability, the industry continues to grow, with over 1,100 centers in operation and nearly 400 under construction as of August 2025.

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