As data centers boom, Virginians breathe the exhaust of 10,000 diesel generators

News ClipThe Washington Post·VA·5/28/2026

The article reports on the significant environmental impact of the data center industry's rapid growth in Virginia, specifically highlighting the air pollution caused by exhaust from thousands of diesel generators. Virginians are reportedly affected by the emissions from these generators.

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As data centers boom, Virginians breathe the exhaust of 10,000 diesel generators  The Washington Post