Cloud & AI Infrastructure
Where cloud &
AI infrastructure scales
AI infrastructure scales
Virginia is the leading market for cloud and AI infrastructure in the United States, with decades of operating history and one of the world’s most established data center ecosystems.
A connected ecosystem
designed for growth
Virginia’s advantage in cloud and AI infrastructure comes from the integration of utility partners, fiber networks, workforce programs, and experienced local stakeholders. Decades of data center development have created a system that helps companies evaluate locations with confidence, understand real world needs and applications, and move projects forward efficiently.
Virginia Tech
Companies powering
cloud & AI in Virginia
cloud & AI in Virginia
Virginia is home to the operators and developers powering the digital economy. From hyperscalers to colocation providers, companies choose the Commonwealth for its proven track record, strong connectivity, and ability to support large, high‑demand projects.
Workforce strength built for complex projects
Workforce strength built for complex projects
Virginia’s innovative workforce strength spans technical talent, skilled trades, and the education and training programs needed to support data center development and AI industry growth over time.
No. 2
Second densest concentration of relevant industry workers
Source: Lightcast 2026.1
CloudFit Software, Lynchburg
$1.1B
invested by Virginia to expand tech talent pipeline and 47% growth in graduates over last five years
Source: Lightcast 2026.1
George Mason University
11
community colleges offering cloud computing programs
Source: VCCS, 2026
Blue Ridge Community College
Success Stories
Why companies
succeed in Virginia
Meta Data Center Rendering, Henrico
Virginia has been a home to the internet since the tech industry’s earliest days. When considering new data center locations, we not only look for clean and renewable energy solutions, but great partnerships within the local community, a strong pool of local talent, excellent access to fiber, and a robust electric grid. Henrico County and the Commonwealth of Virginia has it all.
Amazon Web Services Skills Center, Arlington County
Virginia is a world leader in innovation and cloud computing, thanks to its investment in a robust, highly skilled workforce and emphasis on long-term public and private partnerships.
QTS, Henrico County
Today, virtually every data center is making interconnection with subsea cables a priority to support data-driven global business... This confluence of domestic and international connectivity has established the region as an international business destination.
Estimated 5-year state and local revenue tax revenue based on FY2025 investment
Source: VEDP Analysis 2025
Number of Fortune 1000 companies that own or operate data centers in Virginia
of Virginia's energy generation is met with energy from carbon-free sources, a growing share that makes the mix of Virginia's energy portfolio increasingly one of the most diverse in the country
Source: EIA
Market scale
that’s hard to match
Virginia’s position as a global center for cloud and AI infrastructure is built on market density, fiber connectivity, and decades of experience supporting large‑scale deployments.
Virginia’s cloud
& AI advantage
& AI advantage
Virginia provides cloud and AI infrastructure projects with the power capacity, site readiness, and experienced partners needed to move from concept to operation.
Equinix, Loudoun County
Utility & power readiness
Utility & power readiness
Virginia’s utility partners have the longest track record of success serving data center development than any other market. That history matters for companies evaluating large-scale projects that depend on reliable power, coordinated planning, and long-term infrastructure support.
Meta Data Center Rendering, Henrico
Large, properly zoned sites
Large, properly zoned sites
The right site means more than acreage. Companies need locations that can support major power loads, workable zoning, water access, and long-term operational fit. Virginia offers opportunities across the Commonwealth for projects that require the right combination of scale and readiness.
Fairfax County
Growth opportunities across the state
Growth opportunities across the state
With deep expertise in Northern Virginia, opportunities now extend across the Commonwealth, with regions that offer room for large-site development and access to infrastructure.
What’s new
Supporting the Cyber Ecosystem in Virginia
VEDP Vice President of Knowledge Work Meghan Welch spoke with Steven Chen, the founder of PFP Cybersecurity, about the cybersecurity funding environment in Virginia.
An expert partner dedicated to your success
We work alongside your team to assess sites, work through permitting and regulatory issues, and align the partners needed to keep projects moving.
Real estate advisory
Identify the right location with guidance grounded in your project’s core requirements, from acreage and utility access to zoning, water, and long-term operational fit.
Regulatory navigation & permitting support
Navigate permitting and regulatory complexity with coordinated support that helps clarify requirements early, surface potential obstacles, and keep projects moving.
Partner coordination & ecosystem development
Connect with the utilities, localities, regional partners, and other stakeholders needed to support data center and cloud infrastructure projects.
Meet your industry
experts & partners
experts & partners
Vince leads VEDP’s data center strategy, helping companies evaluate opportunities across Virginia and connecting complex infrastructure projects to the right sites and partners.
Emily serves as the Director of Software and Cybersecurity, leading strategic initiatives to position the Commonwealth as a national leader in technology, cybersecurity, and AI innovation. She cultivates collaboration across industries, higher education, as well as public and private-sector stakeholders to strengthen Virginia’s statewide tech ecosystems.
Antje advises international companies on how best to expand operations into the U.S. in general and Virginia in particular, providing expert guidance on key topics, from site selection to tax incentives. She oversees VEDP’s offices in Europe, Korea, Japan, and Taiwan.
“As demand for cloud and online services continues to grow, Microsoft is investing in Virginia as a strategic location to help us deliver for our customers. Mecklenburg County has been a good home for Microsoft, and we’re committed to supporting the community through local partnerships to help deliver economic, social, and environmental benefits such as expanding access to high-speed broadband services and supporting skills training for positions in the information technology industry.”
Latest news in cloud & AI infrastructure
CleanArc Data Centers Invests $3 Billion in Caroline County
Vantage Data Centers to Invest $2 Billion in Stafford County
Google Investing $9 Billion Across Virginia
Supporting the Cyber Ecosystem in Virginia