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Data centers want to build their own gas turbines. Would that skirt state renewable energy laws?
Virginia data centers are increasing on-site gas turbine power generation to bypass grid connection delays, raising concerns about air pollution and conflicting with the state's clean energy goals. These projects avoid oversight under the Virginia Clean Economy Act and bypass public interest approval processes for utility projects.
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