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Amazon's Texas AI data center is paired with a 7.65 GW natural gas power plant, creating the largest dedicated fossil generation facility for a single DC cluster.

Massive power commitment (7.65 GW) for one DC cluster highlights grid strain and fossil lock-in; raises climate/stranded-asset risk for hyperscalers.
Trade pressSlicast · August 11, 2026 · US · Source: Google News
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Amazon's Texas AI data center is paired with a 7.65 GW natural gas power plant, creating the largest dedicated fossil generation facility for a single DC cluster.

Massive power commitment (7.65 GW) for one DC cluster highlights grid strain and fossil lock-in; raises climate/stranded-asset risk for hyperscalers.

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