AVAIO Digital Plans $3B Data Center in Appomattox County Amid Community Opposition

Project Hercules, a $3 billion hyperscale data center by AVAIO Digital, is proposed on 452 acres in Appomattox County, Virginia. The project promises tax revenue and job creation but faces community pushback due to concerns about environmental impacts and lack of communication. Local residents express fears over noise, light pollution, and insufficient engagement from county leaders. A public information session is scheduled for March 23, 2026, to address concerns raised by the community.

Published Mar 23, 2026

AVAIO Digital plans to construct Project Hercules, a $3 billion hyperscale data center on 452 acres in Appomattox County, Virginia. The project, announced in December 2024, aims to enhance the local tax base and create high-paying jobs.

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However, residents have voiced concerns about environmental impacts, including light and noise pollution, and a perceived lack of transparency from county officials. Many locals feel decisions were made without adequate public engagement. A public information session is set for March 23, 2026, to address these issues, though community members will not be allowed to ask questions during the meeting.