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Homeowner Battles Data Center's Impact on Community

2/12/2026

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  • Greg Pirio, a Loudoun County homeowner, cites noise, air pollution, and rising electricity costs from a data center.
  • He fears property values, which reflect significant savings for residents.
  • Dan Diorio of the Data Center Coalition highlights benefits, including job creation and local revenue, as spending on data centers rose 55% from 2023 to 2024.
  • Newly elected delegate John McAuliffe advocates legislation to limit electricity costs tied to these centers.