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Texas governor directs PUCT and ERCOT to audit all data centers seeking grid connection

Audit mandate delays AI data center grid access in major US energy market; raises compliance barriers
Trade pressSlicast · August 4, 2026 · Global · Source: Data Center Dynamics
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Texas governor directs PUCT and ERCOT to audit all data centers seeking grid connection

Audit mandate delays AI data center grid access in major US energy market; raises compliance barriers

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