The proposed merger between NextEra Energy out of Florida and Dominion Energy here in VA is making daily headlines. Industry experts, officials at every level and random folks on Facebook are all weighing in with their opinions on whether this merger is good or bad, but what are the basic facts? We got you!
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Data Centers
6/24/26 – “Get Out The Vote!” Post Card Party
June 24th – 6-8PM Twin Hickory Library (large meeting room) Help N4C “Get Out The Vote” for the August 4th Democratic Primary Election! N4C will provide the postcards, addresses, pens and prepared messages. Drop in and write a few cards or stay the whole time and write a bunch. Enjoy good company and conversation. A… Read More
Mountain Road Technology Park Defeated!
Residents and neighbors were pleasantly surprised last week when the Hanover Board of Supervisors voted 4-3 to deny data center developer Tract’s application to create the Mountain Road Technology Park on Rt 33 adjacent to Henrico County.
5/27/26 – Hanover Board of Supervisors Vote on Mountain Road Technology Park
6PM – Hanover Government Center Administration Building – 7516 County Complex Road Hanover, VA 23069 The Mountain Road Technology Park proposal was recommended for approval by the planning commission in April and will be on the Board of Supervisors agenda for discussion and vote on 5/27. Whether you plan to speak or not, please attend and… Read More
Help Friends of Hanover Fight Data Centers!
Friends of Hanover is working round the clock to fight the data centers proposed for Hanover County. Their leadership led to a recommend to Deny from the Planning Commission on the Hunting Hawk Technology Park. With that proposal withdrawn by the developer, they are focused on the next data center proposal.
4/22/26 – Earth Day Rally Against Hanover Data Centers
4/16/26 – Pack The Room to Oppose Mountain Road Data Center
Organized by Friends of Hanover. April 16th • 6:00PM – ? The Data Center is on the Planning agenda for this meeting, and residents and neighbors can sign up on the Hanover website to speak. Whether you speak or not, please attend and fill the room to show your opposition! Bring your signs. Bring a… Read More
AI Impact Series: The Global Economy
America is part of a global economy and we’re not the only country developing artificial intelligence (AI) products. China is a major competitor in this area. When it comes to AI, who will reign supreme?
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3/19/26 – Rally Against Mountain Road Data Center
Organized by Friends of Hanover. March 19 • 5:30 PM RALLY BEFORE THE PLANNING COMMISSION The 33/Mountain Rd. Data Center is back before the Planning Commission at 6 PM. Last month it was deferred. This month, we show up in force. 5:30 PM — Rally.6:00 PM — Meeting. Bring a neighbor. Bring a friend. Wear… Read More
AI Impact Series: Energy Needs vs the Environment
The more energy we generate in Virginia, the higher the risk to the environment. How can we best balance the competing interests of our energy needs, our communities, data centers, and our natural resources? Part 4 of our AI Impact Series
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Mountain Road Technology Park Deferred
Hanover County residents and neighbors filled the auditorium at the Hanover Government Center on 2/19, and they came prepared with tough questions and hard facts for the Planning Commission. The vote was deferred until the next meeting on 3/19. Civic engagement makes a difference, so please continue to push back!
Weeks 2 & 3 General Assembly Recap
During the 2nd and 3rd weeks of the 2026 GA session there was progress on labor rights, constitutional amendments, and Spanberger’s Affordable Virginia agenda. There was also infighting over redistricting and a proposed map. Crossover is rapidly approaching…
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