Data center growth drives power demand surge in northwest Louisiana

Data center growth drives power demand surge in northwest Louisiana

News ClipNOLA.com·Shreveport, Bossier County, LA·5/5/2026

Data center growth is causing a significant surge in power demands across northwest Louisiana, specifically impacting the Shreveport-Bossier region. This increased demand is a major factor in the continued growth of utility provider AEP in the area.

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Shreveport Bossier AEP growth continues, much due to data centers.
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