Virginia DEQ Fines Microsoft $2.5M Over Leesburg Data Center

September 17, 2026

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The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has imposed a $2.5 million fine on Microsoft due to violations related to its data center in Leesburg. Approximately $900,000 of the fine will be allocated to purchasing 45 air quality monitoring sensors. This incident highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny on tech companies operating data centers, particularly regarding environmental compliance.

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