Virginia HB607 directs the Department of Environmental Quality to study air pollution from data center generators.
Virginia HB607 mandates the Department of Environmental Quality to conduct a three-year study on aggregate air pollution in areas with numerous data centers. The study will evaluate various scenarios, including planned and increased outage events, demand response, and primary power supply. It will assess emission levels, geographic impacts, and specific risks to environmental justice communities. The study will culminate in recommendations for handling minor air permits and air quality monitoring.
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