TAC Data Centers

Data Center Signal is tracking 3 clips about TAC Data Centers data center developments across 2 states, including VA, MT.

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News Clip2:44WDBJ7·Wytheville, Wythe County, VA

Wytheville Data Center Boom Draws Resident Pushback Over Land, Water, and Electric Rates

Wytheville, Virginia is experiencing a data center boom with two massive campuses planned, including a gigawatt-sized facility. This development is drawing significant pushback from residents concerned about the impact on local land, water resources, and rising electricity rates. There is also concern about Wythe County's lack of zoning regulations to manage such extensive development.

opposition environmental electricity zoning government

8/8/2026

News ClipCardinal News·VA

Appalachian Power sees ‘explosive’ growth from data centers, other big customers

Appalachian Power reports "explosive" interest from data centers and other large customers in Virginia, with potential power demand more than triple its current peak. The utility is in talks with dozens of potential customers, primarily data centers, prompting regulatory discussions on rate increases and infrastructure cost sharing. The State Corporation Commission has approved new requirements for large-load customers in Appalachian Power's service territory.

electricity government

Google

7/31/2026

News ClipMontana Free Press·Great Falls, Cascade County, MT

Group asks Cascade County to pause data center development

The Golden Triangle Resource Council has petitioned Cascade County commissioners to enact a county-level moratorium on hyperscale data center development in Montana. The petition, with 250 signatures, also calls for state officials to explore consumer protections related to data centers. This effort is part of broader grassroots movements across Montana, including proposed ballot initiatives in other counties.

moratorium electricity government opposition

7/28/2026