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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Louisiana — updated daily.
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FERC grants Louisiana LNG trench construction request under CP17-117
Source: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission · Oct 05, 2026According to FERC, it granted Louisiana LNG Infrastructure LLC’s request “to construct soil-supported concrete trenches in Areas 303U1 and 308U1 etc. for the Woodside Louisiana LNG Project under CP17-117.” This is a project approval, but the document does not address data-center queue, siting, or power-interconnection issues.
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Recent Louisiana data center news
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MISO faces capacity shortfall next summer in northern, central regions, annual survey finds
MISO faces a capacity shortfall in northern and central regions next summer, prompting immediate action to address new capacity needs. MISO CEO John Bear stresses collaboration with state regulators is essential. Reports suggest insufficient power supply levels, with risks from rapid power plant retirements. Upsides include potential for new capacity.
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Microsoft plows $3.3B into data center at former Foxconn site
Microsoft is investing $3.3 billion in a data center at a former Foxconn site in Mount Pleasant. The project aims to create 2,300 jobs by 2025. To address power constraints, Microsoft is partnering with National Grid Renewables to build a 250-megawatt solar project in Wisconsin. The data center will utilize a closed-loop cooling system to recycle water, addressing environmental concerns. Builders and contractors like MasTec and Jacobs Solutions are eyeing opportunities in this expanding sector.
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AEP faces 15 GW of new load, driven by Amazon, Google, other data centers: interim CEO Fowke
AEP anticipates 15 GW of new load from data centers like Amazon Web Services and Google, reflecting a growing demand for electricity. Interim CEO Fowke suggests developing new tariffs to support this growth. AEP plans significant capital investments to enhance grid resiliency and manage the anticipated load growth, which could necessitate additional generation and transmission.