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Wythe County Plans Data Center Amid Resident Concerns

12/17/2025

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On December 5, the Wythe County Board of Supervisors announced plans for a data center at Progress Park, drawing resident concerns.
The board says the center will use a closed-loop system and consume under 2,000 gallons daily, far below Loudon County’s 899 million.
Solis Arx will cover infrastructure expansion costs.
A study suggests data centers’ energy demand may raise costs for all customers, despite Solis Arx covering expansion costs.

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On December 5, the Wythe County Board of Supervisors announced plans for a data center at Progress Park, drawing resident concerns.
The board says the center will use a closed-loop system and consume under 2,000 gallons daily, far below Loudon County’s 899 million.
Solis Arx will cover infrastructure expansion costs.
A study suggests data centers’ energy demand may raise costs for all customers, despite Solis Arx covering expansion costs.