A look at Loudoun County, Virginia, dubbed "Data Center Alley", which hosts ~250 data centers and offers a glimpse into data centers' impact on communities (Lauren Feiner/The Verge)

Loudoun County, Virginia, hosts roughly 250 data centers concentrated in an area dubbed “Data Center Alley,” making it one of the nation’s densest server hubs. The article details how the facilities’ massive electricity demand, tax contributions, and traffic generate both economic benefits and strain on local infrastructure, prompting community debates over zoning, environmental impact, and long-term sustainability.