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Data Center Signal is tracking 9 clips about IREN data center developments across 3 states, including OK, TX, CA.

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Brecheen gives views on data centers, smelter, election denial in McAlester
News ClipKJRH·Kiowa, Pittsburg County, OK

Brecheen gives views on data centers, smelter, election denial in McAlester

Congressman Josh Brecheen discussed concerns about data centers, specifically focusing on their potential to drive up electricity and water costs in Oklahoma. He co-sponsors a bill requiring the Secretary of Energy to report on data center utility usage to provide transparency to the public. This discussion occurred during a town hall in McAlester, with a data center near Kiowa, Oklahoma, being a specific point of concern.

electricitywatergovernmentenvironmental
8/28/2026
Some data centers are building their own power plants. In Oklahoma, most want to plug into the grid
News Clipkccu.org·OK

Some data centers are building their own power plants. In Oklahoma, most want to plug into the grid

Oklahoma passed a law allowing data centers to build their own power plants, but most proposed projects in the state are opting to connect to the existing grid. Governor Kevin Stitt and utilities signed a pledge requiring data center developers to cover their own electricity costs and invest in infrastructure. State regulators are reviewing new tariffs for large energy consumers to prevent households from bearing grid connection costs.

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Google
8/14/2026
News ClipThe Oklahoman·OK

Data centers companies can build power plants in Oklahoma. Why most aren't

Oklahoma passed a law allowing data centers to build their own power plants, but most are opting to connect to the state's electric grid due to cost and reliability. State regulators are reviewing large-load tariffs aimed at preventing household ratepayers from bearing data center energy costs, alongside a federal ratepayer protection pledge signed by Gov. Kevin Stitt. Companies like Google are partnering with utilities such as OG&E, while others like IREN plan to work with Public Service Company of Oklahoma.

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Google
8/7/2026
Some data centers are building their own power plants. In Oklahoma, most want to plug into the grid
News ClipKGOU·OK

Some data centers are building their own power plants. In Oklahoma, most want to plug into the grid

Oklahoma passed a law allowing data centers to build their own power plants, but most proposed data centers in the state still plan to connect to the existing electric grid. This is due to the reliability and lower cost of grid power, as well as ongoing state efforts to protect ratepayers from shouldering infrastructure costs. The law was also intended to support the state's oil and gas industry.

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Google
8/6/2026
IREN partners with NVIDIA to develop AI-ready architecture for West Texas data center
News Clip2:58KTXS News·Sweetwater, Fisher County, TX

IREN partners with NVIDIA to develop AI-ready architecture for West Texas data center

IREN has partnered with NVIDIA to develop AI-ready architecture for its Sweetwater data center campus in Fisher County, Texas. This major expansion, expected to continue through 2027, has already energized its first site and will create hundreds of construction and operational jobs, though some residents have raised concerns about traffic and power demands.

announcementelectricityoppositiongovernment
5/29/2026
Pittsburg County committee endorses deal tied to 2,000-acre, $50 billion data center site
News ClipNonDoc·Kiowa, Pittsburg County, OK

Pittsburg County committee endorses deal tied to 2,000-acre, $50 billion data center site

A Pittsburg County Review Committee recommended approving tax abatement districts for IREN's proposed $50 billion data center near Kiowa, Oklahoma. The project, which includes a 2,000-acre site, has drawn public concern over its significant electricity and water demands. State legislators are working to ensure large-load users cover their utility costs and regulate groundwater use for data centers.

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5/14/2026
Maps highlight 140 planned data centers in Texas
News ClipJust The News·TX

Maps highlight 140 planned data centers in Texas

Texas is projected to see a massive increase in data center development, with 140 planned projects adding 75,089 MW of capacity, potentially making it the largest data center market by 2030. This rapid growth is raising concerns among local communities and lawmakers regarding significant strain on energy and water resources, prompting calls for governmental restrictions. The article highlights numerous existing and planned data centers across the state.

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CyrusOneMicrosoft
4/13/2026