DEQ,

Let me strongly oppose the use of diesel generators at Data Centers in Virginia.

Diesel fuel is very polluting in several ways. Its disperses toxic fumes into the air, and eventually the water and soil, causing significant health problems for Virginia citizens, esp children.  It also is a Greenhouse Gas that worsens Climate Change.

We can not ignore the health and climate concerns of Diesel Fuel. I am shocked that you consider increasing its use.  And its use is completely unnecessary since solar and wind, with storage batteries, are more economical and do not cause air pollution or climate change.

As a retired pediatrician, I have seen the consequences of air pollution on my patients

Please do your part to protect Virginians from this heavily polluting fuel. 

Thank you,

Elizabeth K Williams, MD, FAAP [retired]