Texas data centers must bring own power and reuse own water: Abbott

News Clip0:48NewsNation·TX·6/23/2026

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has stated that data centers developing in the state will be required to bring their own power infrastructure and implement water reuse systems. This policy aims to address concerns regarding the impact of data centers on the state's power grid and water resources. The governor's remarks highlight a growing focus on the environmental and utility demands of the data center industry in Texas.

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott joins NewsNation's Ali Bradley for a conversation about Operation Lone Star, reimbursement from the Trump administration for Texas' border security efforts, and his expectations for data centers coming to the state. More: https://www.newsnationnow.com/politics/data-centers-texas-power-greg-abbott/