Abbott Orders PUC and ERCOT to Protect Consumers from Data Center Power Costs
· Texas Border Business
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to implement measures that protect residential customers from the financial impact of data center expansions. In his directive, Abbott emphasized that data centers should not only minimize costs for residential electricity users but also conserve water resources. He mandated that data centers cover the costs of necessary electric infrastructure and urged the PUC and ERCOT to propose further protective actions by July 2026. Additionally, Abbott plans to collaborate with the Legislature to establish regulations ensuring data centers enhance Texas' electric capacity responsibly.
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