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News ClipMagnolia Reporter·LA

Louisiana PSC considers 'nuclear tariff' to fund small reactor exploration

Louisiana's Public Service Commission (PSC) is considering a proposal for a 20-cent monthly fee, labeled a "nuclear tariff," on electricity bills for Entergy Louisiana, Cleco, and SWEPCO customers. The funds would enable these utility companies to conduct feasibility studies and early-stage work for small modular nuclear reactors and microreactors. The PSC postponed a vote on the tariff until September 16, with some commissioners expressing concerns about ratepayers bearing the research costs.

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‘Nuclear tariff’ on power bills would pay for utilities to explore small reactors

Louisiana state regulators postponed a vote on a proposed "nuclear tariff" that would add a 20-cent fee to monthly electricity bills from major utility companies. This fee would fund feasibility studies for small modular nuclear reactors. The Public Service Commission plans to vote on the proposal on September 16.

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Cleco speaks out on power grid concerns regarding Rapides Parish’s new data center

Cleco, the utility company for a new Applied Digital data center in Boyce, Rapides Parish, addressed public concerns about the project's impact on electricity rates and grid stability. Cleco stated that residential rates would not increase and that large customers would bear the cost of infrastructure improvements, leading to more reliable service for all.

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Applied Digital

8/12/2026

News ClipRapides Parish Journal·Boyce, Rapides County, LA

Cleco NOT building to accommodate data center

Cleco clarified that it is not building a proposed solar farm and electrical substation near Hineston, nor expanding to accommodate a data center near Boyce. The power requirements for the data center will be met by existing generating capacity and power purchases, with the data center customer bearing all associated costs. A petition before the Public Service Commission relates to pre-existing improvements, not data center-specific needs.

electricity government

8/6/2026

News ClipRapides Parish Journal·Boyce, Rapides County, LA

Cleco foresees $2 billion+ from data center power sales

Cleco anticipates over $2 billion in revenue from power sales to a data center under construction near Boyce, Louisiana, over 15 years. The utility is seeking Public Service Commission approval for contracts, new generation at Hineston, and transmission lines to support the large-load customer.

electricity government

8/5/2026

News Clip0:44KALB | Central Louisiana News, Weather & Sports·Boyce, Rapides County, LA

Cleco looks to fast-track new generator for data center

Cleco, an electric utility provider, is seeking fast-track approval from the Louisiana Public Service Commission for a new natural gas turbine. This project is intended to meet the significant power demands of an incoming data center located in Rapides Parish, near Boyce, Louisiana. Cleco aims to shift some of the project's costs onto the data center rather than residential customers.

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7/30/2026

News ClipBaton Rouge Business Report·Rapides County, LA

Cleco’s $3.6B data center deal could reshape central Louisiana’s energy landscape

Cleco plans to build a new 756-megawatt natural gas power plant as part of an agreement to supply electricity to Applied Digital's planned $3.6 billion data center in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. The data center could require up to 430 megawatts of power, becoming Cleco Power's largest single load. Applied Digital will cover infrastructure costs, and Cleco anticipates the deal will provide significant financial benefits to existing customers.

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Applied Digital

7/20/2026

News ClipThe Center Square·Rapides County, LA

Cleco plans 756-MW gas plant alongside Rapides data center

Cleco plans to construct a new 756-megawatt natural gas power plant to primarily supply electricity to Applied Digital's large data center in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. The data center is projected to be Cleco Power's largest single load, using up to 430 megawatts. Applied Digital will cover significant costs for power infrastructure and capacity, which Cleco argues will reduce costs for existing customers.

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Applied Digital

7/20/2026

News ClipKALB·Boyce, Rapides County, LA

Fact Check: What early documents confirm about Applied Digital’s data center coming to Rapides Parish

Central Louisiana residents have expressed significant skepticism about Applied Digital's upcoming "Delta Forge One" data center in Rapides Parish. Records requests reveal details about the project's land use, water demands, and power supply, which include 96 diesel generators and 32 fuel tanks. The Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality has already cited Applied Digital for particulate emissions.

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Applied Digital

6/25/2026

News ClipDaily Comet·Boyce, Rapides County, LA

AI project coming to Central Louisiana to create high paying jobs

Applied Digital is investing $3.6 billion to construct a large-scale artificial intelligence data center near Boyce in Central Louisiana, creating 200 full-time jobs and 1,000 temporary construction jobs. This project, named Delta Forge 1, is expected to be completed by mid-2027 and will significantly boost the local economy and provide high-paying tech jobs.

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Applied Digital

5/27/2026

News ClipWWLTV.com·Rapides County, LA

$3.6B AI data center coming to Central Louisiana

Louisiana officials announced plans for "Delta Forge 1," a $3.6 billion AI data center by Applied Digital in Rapides Parish, expected to open by mid-2027. While state leaders foresee economic growth and jobs, environmental groups and residents are raising concerns about the project's financial and environmental impact, particularly regarding water usage and costs for taxpayers.

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Applied Digital

5/27/2026

News ClipBaton Rouge Business Report·Rapides County, LA

Applied Digital announces $3.6B AI data center in Rapides Parish, Louisiana

Applied Digital is investing $3.6 billion to develop an AI campus, Delta Forge 1, in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. The project was formally announced by state officials and is expected to create 200 direct jobs. The campus will be powered by Cleco and feature a closed-loop cooling system, with initial operations slated for mid-2027.

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Applied Digital

5/26/2026

News ClipKALB·Rapides County, LA

EEIDD approves PILOT terms for $7.2B Applied Digital data center prospect in Rapides Parish

The England Economic and Industrial Development District (EEIDD) has approved a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for a prospective $7.2 billion Applied Digital data center in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. This agreement outlines how local taxing authorities would receive payments over 25 years. The project, which is not yet finalized, has raised concerns among community members and activists regarding its environmental impact, high electricity consumption, and water usage.

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Applied Digital

4/27/2026