Ashburn: How a Virginia Town Became the Data Center Capital of the World

Ashburn, Virginia, a town just 34 miles from Washington D.C., has become the undisputed data center capital of the world. Its rise is a story of strategic location, low land and electricity costs, a highly skilled workforce, and supportive government policies. This combination has attracted tech giants like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, resulting in Ashburn handling an estimated 70% of the world's internet traffic. The availability of cheap power, robust fiber infrastructure, and proactive local government initiatives have fueled this phenomenal growth.