Landon Marston
Professor of civil and environmental engineering at Virginia Tech. Explains data centers, their energy and water consumption, and their impact on nearby communities.
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Jul 22, 2025 • 26min
What happens when a data center moves to town?
Landon Marston, a civil and environmental engineering professor at Virginia Tech, joins to discuss the burgeoning demand for data centers, highlighting their hefty energy and water requirements. He reveals how these facilities impact local resources, especially in communities with limited supplies. The conversation also ventures into sustainability innovations that could alleviate some of these challenges. Additionally, listeners gain insights into Medicaid cuts and the concept of '100-year floods,' unraveling misconceptions and inviting personal reflections.
Jul 22, 2025 • 26min
What happens when a data center moves to town?
Landon Marston, a civil and environmental engineering professor at Virginia Tech, dives into the complex world of data centers. He discusses how these facilities, vital for tech advancements, demand immense energy and water, straining local resources. Marston emphasizes the importance of community involvement in decision-making regarding their development. The conversation also touches on innovative sustainability solutions and the economic challenges faced by nearby communities. Additionally, insights on Medicaid cuts and the concept of 'hundred-year floods' add depth to the discussion.
