Texas Standard for Oct. 21, 2025
Texas plays a key role in AI-driven power demand as data center projects expand.
- AI giants like OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank are building in Texas, putting pressure on the state's electric grid.
- Companies are building private power plants to meet energy needs, potentially reshaping the state's energy landscape.
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Author's summary: Texas faces new energy demands.