Texas will audit up to 300 projects, mostly data centers, after Gov. Greg Abbott order
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered an audit of 250 to 300 data center projects to address public concerns about their rapid expansion. The audit, which is expected to take several months, is a response to the significant demand these centers will place on the state's grid, projected to exceed 200 gigawatts. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) will prioritize this audit before approving any new connections to the grid. Abbott's directive also requires developers to disclose information on tax breaks, energy use, and community impact. Meanwhile, there are ongoing debates about new transmission lines needed to support this energy demand.
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