Data center cancellations pile up as Virginians voice opposition

Data center cancellations pile up as Virginians voice opposition

News ClipThe Virginia Independent·Prince William County, VA·2/27/2026

This story reports on an increase in data center project cancellations in Virginia, particularly in the Prince William County area, due to community opposition. Residents are voicing concerns over the environmental and economic impacts of data centers, and political leaders who fail to address these concerns could face consequences at the ballot box.

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Gov: Loudoun County Board of Supervisors, Virginia DEQ
A new report details an increase in data center project cancellations spurred by community resistance. Advocates say their opposition is meant to protect their communities. At least 25 planned data centers were canceled in 2025, nearly four times as many as in 2024, according to research from Heatm