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flag Albemarle County paused data center expansion over energy, environment, and infrastructure concerns, amid Virginia’s rapid tech growth.

flag Albemarle County has paused plans to expand data center development due to concerns over energy capacity, environmental impact, and infrastructure strain, despite the sector’s economic appeal. flag With Virginia hosting nearly 450 data centers—powering AI and cloud computing—local leaders face growing pressure to balance tax revenue and jobs against grid reliability, climate goals, and community impacts. flag The county’s delay reflects a broader state debate over sustainable growth, as developers, officials, and residents grapple with rapid expansion, federal efforts to accelerate grid upgrades, and the need for long-term planning.

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