The Move Away from Loudoun
Virginia: The World’s Leading Data Centre Market Is Spreading Out
Loudoun County remains the global epicentre for data centres. But the story is no longer confined to Northern Virginia.
Power constraints, regulatory shifts and soaring demand have triggered a wave of investment across Virginia’s broader landscape. From Culpeper and Stafford to Richmond and beyond.
Our latest report, the Virginia Market Spotlight, unpacks where growth is happening and why the state continues to set the pace for global digital infrastructure.
Why You Need This Report: Regional Shifts. Global Implications.
This complimentary report provides critical insights to help you:
- Track the Move Away from Loudoun: With over 10.5 GW in Loudoun and more than 29 GW now planned across other counties, Virginia’s digital footprint is rapidly decentralising.
- Identify the Fastest-Growing Submarkets: Get the latest on Culpeper’s explosive pipeline growth from 20 MW to nearly 1 GW, alongside activity in Stafford, Caroline and Richmond.
- Understand Policy and Power Dynamics: Learn how zoning changes and Dominion’s 2022 capacity crunch reshaped site selection across the state.
- Spot Hyperscale and AI Investment Hubs: Discover where AWS, Microsoft, CloudHQ, Stack and others are launching the next generation of campuses.
- Explore the Energy Transformation: Dive into Virginia’s new clean energy mandates, from solar and offshore wind to SMRs and grid-scale gas capacity.
- See How Counties Are Competing to Attract Buildout: From tax incentives to dedicated technology zones, find out how local governments are responding to demand.
Highlights from the Report
- 10.6 GW: Total IT capacity now tracked in Loudoun County
- 29.2 GW: Capacity planned or live outside Loudoun, across 10+ counties
- 1 GW: Growth of Culpeper’s development pipeline in the past five years
- 40 GW: Dominion’s contracted power capacity as of December 2024
- 12 GW: Solar energy projects planned by Dominion to meet rising load demand
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The Virginia Market Spotlight is your essential guide to understanding how the most advanced data centre market in the world is evolving. Whether you are an operator, investor or land strategist, this report offers the clarity you need to seize the next wave of opportunity across the state.
