Microsoft, Hut 8, and Equinix Commit to Updated Data Center Guidelines
· Texas Border Business
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Microsoft, Hut 8, and Equinix will adhere to new standards for data centers in Texas. These guidelines aim to protect the electric grid, conserve water, and ensure that data centers do not impose costs on local families. Abbott emphasized that data centers must pay for their own infrastructure and not disrupt neighborhoods. The Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT) and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) will review projects for compliance, ensuring transparency and accountability. Companies failing to meet these standards risk having their project approvals denied.
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