California Resources Corporation proposes AI data center on former oilfield land in Kern County
News Clip2:3023ABC News | KERO·Elk Hills, Kern County, CA·6/24/2026
California Resources Corporation (CRC) has proposed the Golden Valley Technology Hub, a 400,000-square-foot AI-focused data center, near Elk Hills in Kern County, California. CRC states that the project will create jobs while proactively addressing anticipated criticisms from the community.
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The proposed Golden Valley Technology Hub near Elk Hills would bring a 400,000-square-foot AI-focused data center. CRC says the center will bring jobs while addressing common concerns from critics.