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Texas governor orders audit of new data centers after realizing over 400 gigawatts of power is a lot
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Texas governor mandates an audit of proposed data centers due to concerns over their cumulative power demand exceeding 400 gigawatts.
Engineers building or operating data centers in Texas must now account for additional regulatory scrutiny before grid connection. The audit could delay projects or impose stricter efficiency requirements. If the state enforces limits, capacity planning for new facilities may shift to other regions.
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Texas currently hosts over 500 data centers, making it the second-largest hub in the U.S.
Proposed data centers account for more than 400 gigawatts of new power demand under review by ERCOT.
The audit will assess ownership, financials, power needs, water use, and community impact of new facilities.
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