The uncanny noise in 'Data Center Alley'
The video highlights the persistent noise from data centers in Virginia's "Data Center Alley," a significant concern for residents. The Piedmont Environmental Council points out how rapid development is encroaching on communities. In response, Vantage Data Centers' Senior VP, John Stevenson, confirms the company is actively working to mitigate noise impacts in the Sterling neighborhood by summer.
KSL News investigated the persistent noise emanating from data centers in Virginia's "Data Center Alley," the world's highest concentration of these facilities, as Utah considers future data center developments like the proposed Box Elder project. Christopher Miller from the Piedmont Environmental Council described the constant humming as a significant concern, noting that rapid data center expansion has pushed these industrial operations into residential and historic areas, even surrounding the sacred Tippetts Hill Cemetery.
The report highlights that the noise, a common complaint from residents, occurs despite data centers operating within existing noise limits and ordinances set by Loudoun County. John Stevenson, Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy for Vantage Data Centers, acknowledged these concerns.
Stevenson stated that while Vantage operates within legal noise parameters, the company recognizes the need for improvement. He confirmed that Vantage Data Centers is actively working to implement measures to reduce noise impacts on the Sterling neighborhood by the upcoming summer.