Abbott applauds developer for walking away from proposed data center near East Texas lake
Following significant local opposition, developer Diode Ventures has cancelled plans for a data center near Cedar Creek Lake in Henderson County, Texas. Governor Greg Abbott applauded the decision, citing concerns about natural resources, the state's power grid, and quality of life.
A proposed large-scale data center project in Henderson County, Texas, near Cedar Creek Lake, has been canceled. Developer Diode Ventures announced its decision to no longer pursue the project at Key Ranch Estates, stating it was not the right location. This news was met with relief by hundreds of local residents who had actively protested and petitioned against the development for several months.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott reacted to the cancellation, commending the developer's decision. Governor Abbott asserted that data centers in Texas must meet clear standards, including protecting natural resources, the state's power grid, and the quality of life for its citizens. He indicated that the Cedar Creek Lake project failed to meet these criteria and pledged to implement policies to ensure such standards are upheld. The Henderson County Commissioner also confirmed the company's decision.