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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Mississippi — updated daily.
Recent Mississippi data center news
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Data center capacity soaring, along with investment and land use
The report from Wood Mackenzie revealed that U.S. data centers exceeded 92 GW of capacity by the end of 2024, with a monthly addition of 7 GW in the fourth quarter. Virginia and Texas are leading markets. Meta committed to 100% renewable energy usage with the construction of the 505 MWdc Hanson solar facility. Amazon secured capacity for the 100 MW Ragsdale Solar Park in Mississippi, part of the burgeoning infrastructure in data centers associated with growing electricity demand and AI workloads.
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Data center capacity is soaring, along with investment and land use
Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Google have significantly increased their electricity demand with the rise of data centers amid AI adoption. Meta signed an agreement with Cypress Creek Renewables for a 505 MWdc solar facility in Texas. They aim to match 100% of electricity needs with renewable sources. The average data center size grew over 23% from 2023 to 2024, indicating a shift towards larger AI-driven workloads. Notably, 13 projects exceed $4 billion in costs, contributing to overall capex of $195 billion, with major markets in Virginia and Texas.
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Hitachi Energy invests additional $250 million USD to address global transformer shortage
Hitachi Energy announced additional major investments of more than $250 million USD to expand global production of transformers’ critical components by 2027. The investment aims to meet surging transformer demand as the electrification of industries amplifies electricity needs. This follows a previous $6 billion USD investment announced in 2024, focusing on expanding production capacities across the U.S. and worldwide, with particular emphasis on facilities in Virginia, Missouri, and Mississippi.
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ABB to invest $120M in US manufacturing
Switzerland-based ABB invested $120 million to expand the production of its low-voltage electrification products in the U.S. The investment will increase the capacity of manufacturing facilities in Selmer, Tennessee, and Senatobia, Mississippi, to support the rising demand from data centers, buildings, and utilities. ABB has also announced plans to open a new 320,000-square-foot facility in Selmer and is investing an additional $40 million to double its facility in Senatobia by June 2026, creating a total of 250 new jobs in the area.
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https://cleanpower.org/wp-content/uploads/gateway/2025/03/US_National_Power_Demand_Study_2025_FINAL.pdf
US-based American Clean Power Association, along with several other organizations including the American Petroleum Institute, Alliance to Save Energy, Clean Energy Buyers Association, Nuclear Energy Institute, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, commissioned a study by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The study, titled ‘US National Power Demand Study’, was released on March 7, 2025. It projects a significant growth in electricity demand in the US, driven by manufacturing, data centers, and the electrification of heating and transportation. The study highlights the need for substantial additions to the energy supply, including 60 to 100 GW of gas and over 900 GW of renewables and batteries by 2040. It also emphasizes the importance of energy efficiency and clean firm technologies like advanced nuclear and geothermal in maintaining grid reliability and reducing carbon emissions. The study identifies challenges such as outdated interconnection processes, local opposition, and supply chain constraints, and suggests policy reforms to address these issues. The report also notes that wholesale power prices could be around 20% higher in the short term due to higher gas prices and increased demand.
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Modine Secures $180 Million in Orders for Data Center Cooling Systems
US-based Modine Manufacturing Company has secured $180 million in orders for Airedale by Modine data center cooling systems from a new customer who is a leading AI infrastructure developer. The equipment is designed to deliver cost-effective and sustainable cooling solutions while optimizing power usage effectiveness. Production will take place at Modine’s facilities in Virginia and Mississippi, with delivery expected from 2025 to 2026.
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Building Together: AWS and Suffolk Construction
US-based Amazon Web Services (AWS) has committed $1.2 million to expand its renewable energy initiatives in eastern Oregon. The investment will fund a community solar energy program that aims to install rooftop solar systems on nonprofit organizations and community facilities. This project is expected to enhance the local tree canopy and biodiversity while supporting the community’s sustainability goals. The initiative marks AWS’s ongoing commitment to clean energy and environmental stewardship in the region.
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CenterPoint Energy reports Q4 and FY 2024 results; forecasts nearly 50% electric load growth demand at Houston Electric by 2031; increases capital investment plan; reiterates 2025 full year guidance
US-based CenterPoint Energy has reported a 50% forecasted increase in electric load demand in its Houston Electric service territory by 2031. The company has increased its 10-year capital investment plan to $47.5 billion, which includes $500 million specifically aimed at enhancing grid resiliency. CenterPoint’s President & CEO, Jason Wells, emphasized the progress made towards building a resilient coastal grid and the upcoming Systemwide Resiliency Plan, which is set to strengthen their network further and support regional economic growth.
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Fluor bets on data centers, power amid CEO switch
US-based Fluor Corporation has announced its continued commitment to energy solutions, particularly in nuclear power, as it transitions to new CEO Jim Breuer. The company is engaged in front-end design for a nuclear power plant in Romania and aims to meet the growing energy demands of data centers, which require 92,000 megawatts by the end of the decade. The firm is also navigating the commercialization of its stake in NuScale, a small modular reactor company, despite slower-than-expected monetization timelines.
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Losing construction sectors under Trump
The Trump administration’s energy policies have left the wind and solar sectors essentially unsupported, as a significant executive order temporarily suspended new leases for wind projects. This decision affects the development of ongoing and future renewable projects in the U.S. Additionally, the administration indicated potential cuts in funding for EV infrastructure, voicing plans to rescind the electric vehicle mandate established by Biden.