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Nov 2025 18

Virginia invests $481K in Sussex County project to boost clean energy supply chain

By Jessica F. Simmons | INFRASTRUCTURE, POLITICS, Jessica F. Simmons

A new investment from the state’s Clean Energy Innovation Bank could make Virginia a larger player in domestic rare-earth production.

Photo of a man in a work helmet and vest doing a job of sorts.

Sep 2025 19

New Google data center near Richmond sparks fears over higher bills, water, and climate

By Jessica F. Simmons | INFRASTRUCTURE, POLITICS, Jessica F. Simmons

Google’s $9 billion expansion brings growth to Virginia—but a lack of regulations on Big Tech mean communities could pay the price.

Photo of an overhead view showing high-voltage transmission lines in Virginia.