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Texas · Construction & power moves · 40
full tracker →Land, power, and interconnection moves across Texas — each traced to primary filings.
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ERCOT Welcomes the City of Caldwell to the ERCOT System
Source: ERCOT · Mar 12, 2026ERCOT reported on Mar. 12, 2026 that “the City of Caldwell’s municipal utility has joined the ERCOT System,” and that the city “has completed its transition into the ERCOT grid following the approval by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) on April 24, 2025.” ERCOT also said the “Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) Transmission Services Corporation is responsible for the transmission system that connects Caldwell to the ERCOT grid.”
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ERCOT Expects Tight Grid Conditions, Requests Conservation Today from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. CT
Source: ERCOT · Aug 30, 2023ERCOT said it was asking Texans to conserve electricity from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. CT because “operating reserves for ERCOT are expected to be low this evening” due to “a high level of unexpected thermal generation outages and forecasted low wind generation” (ERCOT, Aug. 30, 2023). ERCOT also said it “has obtained Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) enforcement discretion,” allowing generators to extend operations to help meet demand and maintain reliability.
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Resource Adequacy 2022
Source: ERCOTERCOT’s 2022 Resource Adequacy page points readers to the “Monthly Generator Interconnection Status Report” for “the latest public interconnection information on planned generation resources in the ERCOT Region,” and says the GIS report covers “planned projects being studied as part of the interconnection request process” (ERCOT). The page also hosts broader resource-adequacy materials such as SARA and CDR reports, but it does not itself give project-level queue counts or outcomes.
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Resource Adequacy 2021
Source: ERCOTERCOT’s 2021 Resource Adequacy page in Texas points readers to its monthly generator interconnection information for “planned generation resources in the ERCOT Region” and notes that its capacity charts include “planned projects being studied as part of the interconnection request process.” The same page also flags drought monitoring for generation resources, saying ERCOT screens for “potential drought-related impacts to generation resources” over the next 6 to 18 months.
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Resource Adequacy 2020
Source: ERCOTERCOT’s 2020 Resource Adequacy page says its resource adequacy materials include interconnection-status information and that its capacity charts now show project capacity ERCOT has approved for grid synchronization, with operational reports also including capacity approved for grid synchronization but not commercial operations. ERCOT also notes the page contains EORM materials authorized by the Public Utility Commission of Texas as part of Project Number 42302, “Review of the Reliability Standard in the ERCOT Region.”
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Recent Texas data center news
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Tariffs on Mexico could threaten Texas’s electricity reliability
The US government recently announced new tariffs on imports from Mexico, slated to take effect on March 4, 2025. These tariffs threaten to significantly impact Texas’s electricity reliability as they limit access to critical electrical components like transformers. Texas relies on Mexico for nearly half of its high-voltage transformer imports, and increased prices due to tariffs could lead to delayed infrastructure projects and raise costs for energy generation. This situation puts Texas on the brink of a power crisis, especially as it aims to double power generation by 2030 to meet rising demand.
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The SMR Gamble: Betting on Nuclear to Fuel the Data Center Boom
US-based tech giants including Microsoft and Amazon Web Services have committed significant investments to advance nuclear power as a solution to their growing energy demands from AI-driven data centers. Microsoft and Constellation Energy invested $1.6 billion to restart the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, targeting a 2028 reopening. Additionally, Google signed an agreement with Kairos Power to develop a 500-MW fleet of small modular reactors by 2035. Amazon announced plans to back multiple SMR projects totaling 5 GW in energy capacity, indicating a strong industry push towards nuclear solutions to meet sustainability targets.
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AI Boom Reshapes Power Landscape as Data Centers Drive Historic Demand Growth
US-based Enverus released its 2025 Global Energy Outlook, predicting that energy demand will rise dramatically due to the expansion of data centers, with a forecasted 1.2% increase in load for 2025. Moreover, the increase in installed residential solar is expected to contribute significantly to this load growth. Concurrently, Deloitte highlighted the urgent need for utilities to enhance grid efficiency and incorporate both reliable and clean power sources, as the demand from data centers continues to rise.
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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.
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Hut 8 Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results
US-based Hut 8 Corp. reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2024, marking a net income of $331.4 million on revenues of $162.4 million. The company has optimized its operations and secured a 12,300 megawatt development pipeline, with 2,800 megawatts under exclusivity as of December 31, 2024. They successfully reduced energy costs per megawatt-hour by 30% compared to the previous year’s fourth quarter, demonstrating a commitment to improving operational efficiency in energy-intensive industries.
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U.S. Data Centers’ Power Demand Surges to 46,000 MW: What’s Driving the Growth?
US-based data centers have seen their power demand surge to 46,000 megawatts (MW) by Q3 2024, driven primarily by the growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency mining. Texas leads the way, supplying 8,796 MW, followed by Virginia at 6,967 MW. Projections estimate that this demand will escalate to 59,000 MW by 2029, which poses challenges for grid stability and requires significant infrastructure upgrades to meet the rising energy needs.
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Texas-sized nuclear plans grow with news from Natura and Last Energy
In February 2025, Texas witnessed significant developments in nuclear energy. Governor Greg Abbott announced a commitment to a nuclear power renaissance. Companies like Natura Resources and Last Energy unveiled plans to build advanced nuclear reactors, including molten salt reactors in collaboration with Texas A&M University and the Texas Produced Water Consortium. Natura aims to create 100-MWe reactors designed to aid water desalination operations in the Permian Basin, while Last Energy proposed deploying 30 microreactors to power data centers across Texas. Regulatory engagement plans have already been submitted to streamline these efforts.
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Last Energy Secures Texas Site for 30-Microreactor Deployment to Power Data Centers
US-based Last Energy has announced the construction of 30 microreactors at a site in Haskell County, Texas, to meet the growing energy demands of local data centers. The startup secured a 200-acre site and is moving forward with plans to connect to the grid via the ERCOT. They aim to create a scalable energy solution through pre-arranged long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) with industrial clients. With the state witnessing an unprecedented rise in electricity demand, this initiative points towards a significant shift towards advanced nuclear technology in the region.
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Quidnet Energy tests MWh-scale geomechanical energy storage
US-based Quidnet Energy has completed testing of its GES technology at the megawatt-hour scale, aiming to enhance energy storage solutions. The company confirmed that their technology can deliver reliable power to the grid using stored water under pressure. Following a $10 million investment from Hunt Energy Network, the successful tests establish Quidnet’s readiness for commercial deployments to support rising energy demands from industrial electrification and data centers. Quidnet has raised over $60 million in funding from various notable investors.
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The Truth About Electric Vehicles and the Grid: Strengthening—Not Straining—Our Energy Future
US-based utilities have recognized the growing demand from electric vehicles (EVs) and developed strategies to enhance grid performance. The integration of EV charging not only supports reliable energy distribution but also shifts demand to off-peak hours, reducing costs for all consumers. With the opportunities presented by vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology and a proactive approach to energy management, electricity demand can be balanced and enhanced in a sustainable manner. Furthermore, EV customers have contributed over $3.12 billion in net revenue, which benefits all utility customers by lowering electric rates.