Virginia county manager: Electricity rates to rise sharply from July 1

As the tech landscape evolves with AI data centers, electricity costs are soaring. Henrico County, Virginia, has announced a staggering 25% hike in electricity bills for government facilities, prompting local officials to urge power conservation among their employees. Residents are also feeling the pinch, with some facing bill doubles. This phenomenon underscores the mounting pressure on community resources amid the rapid expansion of data centers.

By TOI TECH DESK