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Recent Oklahoma data center news

• Sep 13, 2025

  Big Tech's energy-hungry data centers could be bumped off grids during power emergencies

  Policymakers and grid operators are proposing rules to allow utilities or grid operators to disconnect large data centers during power emergencies.

  • Main action: Several U.S. regions are considering or implementing rules that would let utilities or grid operators disconnect large data centers during power emergencies to avoid widespread blackouts; Texas passed a bill in June ordering standards for power emergencies, PJM (which serves 65 million people) has proposed that proposed data centers may not be guaranteed electricity during a power emergency, and the Indiana & Michigan Power and Google filed a power-supply contract for a proposed $2 billion Fort Wayne data center in which Google agreed to reduce electricity use when the grid is stressed (key contract details remain confidential).
  • Background and details: Grid operators such as Southwest Power Pool (serving 18 million people) and Monitoring Analytics warn data center load could overwhelm grids; data centers use backup diesel generators, the Data Center Coalition seeks flexible standards, and advocates like Dan Diorio recommend pairing mandatory actions with financial rewards for voluntary reductions. The surge in demand is linked to AI growth since late 2022 (ChatGPT), and regulators and governors have raised legal and investment concerns about the proposals.
• Aug 18, 2025

  Data center vacancies plummet amid power supply constraints

• Aug 13, 2025 · Google

  Google is investing in infrastructure and an AI-ready workforce in Oklahoma.

  Google is investing an additional $9 billion in Oklahoma over the next two years to expand cloud and AI infrastructure and workforce programs.

  • $9 billion investment (next two years): Confirmed additional capital to support a new data center campus in Stillwater and the expansion of an existing facility in Pryor, Oklahoma; described as cloud and AI infrastructure spending. This is a confirmed action by Google/Alphabet with a specified timeline of within the next two years.
  • Education and workforce commitments (confirmed initiatives): Part of a broader $1 billion commitment to American education and competitiveness; the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University are in the first cohort of the Google AI for Education Accelerator (launched last week) providing no-cost access to Google Career Certificates and AI training courses. Google is also funding a program with the electrical training ALLIANCE to increase Oklahoma’s electrical workforce pipeline by 135% to support building new energy infrastructure.
• Jul 31, 2025

  We expect rapid electricity demand growth in Texas and the mid-Atlantic

  The U.S. Energy Information Administration has announced forecasts of rapid electricity demand growth in Texas and the mid-Atlantic regions for 2025 and 2026.

  • ERCOT region (Texas and neighboring states) electricity demand expected to grow by 7% in 2025 and 14% in 2026, driven by new data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities; broader West South Central Census Division sales forecasted to grow 5% in 2025 and 9% in 2026.
  • PJM Interconnection region (13 states including Northern Virginia) electricity sales projected to increase by 3% in 2025 and 4% in 2026, with Northern Virginia noted for the highest concentration of data centers globally; forecasts incorporate monthly projections from ERCOT and PJM.
• Apr 11, 2025 · Climeworks

  Societal, economic synergies of AI & durable carbon removal technology

  The article discusses the integration of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology within AI data center operations in the U.S. to manage the increasing carbon footprint associated with AI growth. Specifically, it highlights Climeworks’ role in advancing this technology and the projected reduction in costs to around $250/ton by the mid-2030s. Collaborative efforts between DAC developers and data center operators are essential to address the energy needs and waste management challenges of these facilities, with potential partnerships in clean energy procurement. This initiative could result in significant economic benefits, including the creation of over 130,000 jobs in related fields across the U.S.

• Mar 7, 2025 · Telborg

  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.

• Mar 3, 2025

  A Business-Like Approach to Power Generation

  US-based Payless Power is focusing on providing reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable power solutions for commercial and industrial (C&I) enterprises, responding to increased demand for on-site power generation. C&I entities are increasingly adopting renewable energy technologies like solar and combined heat and power systems to enhance resilience against utility disruptions. Notably, AtmosZero has developed a steam generating heat pump aimed at decarbonizing industrial steam, exemplified by its installation at New Belgium Brewing. Furthermore, Vicinity Energy has launched eSteam, a carbon-free thermal energy solution, marking a significant step toward sustainability in urban energy management. Companies aim to achieve decarbonization goals while managing resources efficiently.

• Feb 19, 2025

  Indiana Michigan Power Receives Order in Large Load Settlement

  US-based Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) received an order from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission regarding its large load tariff settlement filed in 2024. This settlement includes commitments from large load customers, such as data centers and industrial clients, to ensure their energy needs are met while also maintaining affordable rates for existing customers. The agreement reflects the energy demands stemming from significant investments in local data center projects by companies like Amazon Web Services and Google, totaling over $13 billion.

• Feb 5, 2025

  Enel, Meta Announce PPA for Oklahoma Wind Farm

  US-based Enel North America announced a new power purchase agreement (PPA) for a 115-MW portion of the Rockhaven wind farm located in Oklahoma. This marks the third PPA between Enel and Meta, building on their existing collaborations from previous wind farms in Nebraska and Illinois. Enel continues to expand its portfolio, executing over 100 PPAs representing more than 7.3 GW of contracted capacity to meet increasing corporate demand for renewable energy.

• Jan 22, 2025

  Google-supported solar projects more than double Oklahoma solar capacity