Jenny Abamu

Jenny Abamu, a reporter at WAMU specializing in data center development, dives into the booming AI data center scene in the DC metro area. She explains why Northern Virginia became a hub for these facilities and discusses the local resistance from various community groups concerned about environmental impacts and rising electric bills. While data centers promise tax revenue, their limited job creation raises eyebrows. Abamu also highlights the ongoing debates in Prince George's County about placing data centers in less dense areas to mitigate issues.