West Virginia's $4B Data Center: Game-Changer or Concern?


Author: The Daily News Now! February 26, 2026 Duration: 1:37
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West Virginia's $4B Data Center: Game-Changer or Concern?

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey unveils a $4 billion data center project in Berkeley County, dubbed the High Impact Intelligence Center. Penzance Management, a specialist in such projects, will develop the site, which is expected to create 1,000 construction jobs and 125 long-term positions. The project is part of a nationwide trend to support AI and cloud needs, with data centers set to double in capacity by 2030. Despite some concerns about noise and aesthetics, West Virginia has attracted the project with self-sufficient energy and tax sharing laws. Local leaders are optimistic about the economic boost.

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