Mississippi Power

Data Center Signal is tracking 4 clips about Mississippi Power data center developments across 2 states, including MS, GA.

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News ClipMagnolia Tribune·Ridgeland, Madison County, MS

Mississippi Developer Seeks Utility Exemption for Proposed Data Center and Power Plant

A Ridgeland, Mississippi developer, PraCon Global Investment Group, has filed a Rule 24 petition with the Mississippi Public Service Commission, seeking an exemption from utility regulation for a proposed 350-megawatt gas-fired power plant and AI data center complex. Despite the project's conceptual stage, this legal challenge pits the developer against major utilities Entergy and Mississippi Power, potentially threatening their monopolies. The outcome will test interpretations of state utility law and could have significant implications for future power and data center development.

electricity legal government announcement

5/22/2026

News ClipMeridian Star·Meridian, Lauderdale County, MS

Compass addresses concerns over data center electric, water usage

Compass Datacenters addressed concerns from East Mississippi residents and local leaders in Meridian and Lauderdale County regarding the electricity and water usage of its planned data center campus. The company's Vice President of Campus Strategy, Sarah Ridgely, explained that a closed-loop cooling system would minimize water draw and that Compass would cover the cost of electrical infrastructure upgrades, ensuring residents are not burdened. This initiative aims to reassure the community about the environmental impact and utility costs associated with the new $10 billion development.

electricity water opposition environmental government announcement

Compass Datacenters

5/8/2026

News ClipAJC.com·GA

Georgia Power parent saw profits rise to start 2026, thanks to data centers

Southern Co., parent company of Georgia Power, reported a slight increase in profits for the first quarter of 2026, reaching $1.36 billion. This rise is largely attributed to the surge of energy-hungry data centers in Georgia and neighboring states. The company's earnings were up 1.65% compared to the same period last year.

electricity

4/30/2026

News ClipMeridian Star·Meridian, Lauderdale County, MS

MAS Minority Caucus hears data center panel, honors local legends

County supervisors from across Mississippi gathered in Meridian for a caucus, where they discussed data center development and economic growth. A panel highlighted Compass Data Centers' $10 billion project in Lauderdale County and Amazon's planned data center in Warren County, addressing concerns about electricity and water usage. The discussion emphasized the importance of shovel-ready sites and utility cooperation for attracting such investments.

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Compass Datacenters Amazon

4/10/2026