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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Texas — updated daily.
Recent Texas data center news
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ERCOT considers demand response, dynamic line ratings to address south Texas transmission constraints
ERCOT is contemplating demand response and dynamic line ratings to address transmission constraints in south Texas due to rapid load growth. They are considering issuing an RFP for demand response capacity, learning from past experiences. ERCOT’s President, Pablo Vegas, emphasizes the benefits of dynamic line ratings, a technology widely used in Texas.
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DPR Construction tapped for Virginia data center job
DPR Construction will work on a new data center project in Virginia. Gensler is the architect, Timmons Group will handle civil engineering, and Chirisa is upgrading its existing facility. The region remains a hub for data centers, with companies like Skanska, Clark Construction Group, and Amazon investing in the area.
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Oklo, Diamondback Energy in talks on nuclear PPA for oil and gas operations
Oklo is exploring a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Diamondback Energy for nuclear energy supply to oil and gas operations. Interest in advanced nuclear is growing among energy-intensive industries, with Oklo’s non-light-water small modular reactors attracting attention. Wood Mackenzie anticipates ongoing oil and gas demand until 2050, sustaining nuclear assets. Deployment of Oklo’s reactors in Idaho is expected by 2027.
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Bitcoin miner unveils high-efficiency chip cooling system for data centers
Marathon introduces the 2PIC700 dual-phase chip cooling system for data centers, offering high efficiency for various industries. The system, reducing power requirements, space, and maintenance time, can accommodate high-density compute needs while operating remotely. The technology is suitable for cryptocurrency mining, telecom, AI, and high-performance computing applications.
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Oracle, Google and Meta lead data center construction surge
Data center construction surged in the second half of 2023, with companies like Oracle, Google, and Meta leading the way. Larry Ellison of Oracle emphasized improving construction efficiency. Meta chose Turner Construction for an $800 million data center in Indiana, while Microsoft’s $1 billion data center in Wisconsin is underway.
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Texas Advanced Computing Center debuts high-efficiency chip cooling solution
Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) introduced a high-efficiency chip cooling solution, NeuCool, using refrigerant from Honeywell. This addresses rising energy consumption in high-performance computing systems, with power densities doubling in recent years. NeuCool offers cost-effectiveness and eco-friendliness, with Accelsius developing solutions for future energy-intensive chips.
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To meet data center demand, Schneider Electric plans manufacturing expansion
Schneider Electric’s North America energy management segment revenue increased significantly, driven by data center and grid infrastructure demands. A $140 million investment will enhance U.S. manufacturing capacity and create jobs, with new facilities in El Paso, Texas, and Tennessee incorporating advanced technologies for improved efficiency and sustainability. CEO Peter Herweck highlighted the company’s commitment to strengthening its presence and supply chain capabilities.
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NuScale CEO touts data center deal, heavy industry SMR interest amid $180M loss for 2023
NuScale, despite a challenging period including layoffs and a stock price drop, is focusing on commercializing its small modular reactor technology for data center and heavy industry use. The company anticipates Nuclear Regulatory Commission approval in 2025 and is forging partnerships in the energy transition, including with ENTRA1 Energy and international firms like RoPower Nuclear.
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Oracle unveils $10B data center expansion plan
Oracle plans a $10B data center expansion to compete with Google and Amazon. Supply chain issues slow down construction, while demand for data centers grows. Oracle claims to improve project delivery times. Ellison mentions enhancements in building speed. Google and Amazon have ongoing data center projects in various U.S. locations.
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Oracle unveils $10B data center expansion plan
Oracle is planning a $10 billion data center expansion to compete with Google and Amazon. Despite supply chain challenges, Oracle aims to build data centers more efficiently. CEO Ellison emphasized faster project delivery. Google and Amazon have initiated multiple data center projects across the U.S., facing similar construction hurdles.