Avista says "large load customer" is a data center
Avista Utilities has confirmed that a previously announced "large load customer" is a data center. This project, which will consume significant electricity in Eastern Washington and North Idaho, requires state, local, and federal permits. The data center is responsible for infrastructure costs, but its specific location and company identity remain undisclosed.
Avista Utilities has confirmed that the "large load customer" it recently entered into an agreement with is a data center. This facility is projected to consume a substantial amount of electricity, equivalent to half of Avista's total service area in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.
The utility has not yet disclosed the specific location of the data center development or the identity of the company behind it. However, Avista stated that the data center will be responsible for covering the costs associated with any additional infrastructure required to support its operations.
The project's progression is contingent on obtaining various state, local, and federal permits.