Energy

As more and more data center developers submit proposals to build in Texas, questions about how they will impact Texas' grid and contribute to drought conditions across the state are widespread.

New data centers won't be able to join the Texas power grid until state regulators complete a review of their energy and water usage, under a new directive from the governor.

A plan to build a network of 765 kV transmission lines to bolster the state's power grid has come under intense opposition from landowners in its path and others.

Despite efforts to boost domestic energy production, Mexico will continue to depend on Texas for natural gas, experts said, undermining its stated goals of energy independence.

Texas has 32 proposed natural gas power plants tied to Al data centers, the report found — raising concerns about air pollution, water use and public health as the industry expands.

Ag Commissioner Sid Miller has proposed a temporary moratorium on data center development.

Energy experts say a growth in renewables will help the state's power grid meet increasing demand this summer.

Texas leads the nation in utilities shutting off electricity and natural gas services to customers who can't afford their energy bills, according to a report released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Texas leads the nation in utilities shutting off electricity and natural gas services to customers who can't afford their energy bills. Texas Public Radio’s David Martin Davies has more on the report from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The U.S. House of Representatives passed a $390 billion Farm Bill last week. Harvest Public Media’s Frank Morris reports the House didn't make many changes to the policy, but the legislation faces serious obstacles in the Senate.

The boom in data centers, many to support artificial intelligence, could strain the Texas power grid and increase energy costs.