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Data centers have reshaped Prince William County and much of Northern Virginia over the past decade — but many residents haven’t followed every public hearing, lawsuit, or policy debate along the way.

In this conversation, Potomac Local News reporter Kelly Seinkowski speaks with Elena Schlossberg, executive director of the Coalition to Protect Prince William County, about how large-scale data center development began locally, why projects like Digital Gateway became flashpoints, and why the issue continues to matter in 2026.

The discussion covers power and water demand, rising utility costs, environmental and community impacts, and the ongoing debate over oversight and infrastructure responsibility. While a judge overturned the county’s approval of Digital Gateway in July 2025, appeals and policy questions remain active statewide.

This video is part of Potomac Local News’ ongoing coverage aimed at helping residents understand how data center growth affects daily life in Prince William County and across Virginia.

Learn more about the Coalition to Protect Prince William County at protectpwc.org.