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Data Center Signal is tracking 13 clips about NTT data center developments across 2 states, including TX, AZ.

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electricity92%

government77%

water54%

opposition38%

announcement31%

environmental31%

zoning23%

moratorium23%

News ClipHouston Chronicle·TX

Texas counties see surge in large data center proposals, ERCOT data shows$

Texas is facing an unprecedented surge in proposed large data centers, with over 480 projects seeking to connect to the ERCOT grid by 2032, demanding nearly five times the state's record power demand. This boom is creating significant concerns about grid capacity, rising electricity costs, and water resources, leading to calls for new regulations and potential moratoriums. While many proposals are speculative, the situation necessitates substantial grid expansion and policy adjustments across the state.

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Google NTT OpenAI

6/8/2026

News ClipEast Valley Tribune·Mesa, Maricopa County, AZ

Mesa Planning Board Recommends Approval for NTT Data Center Campus

The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board has recommended approval for NTT Global Data Center's proposed 2.3-million-square-foot data center campus in southeast Mesa. The project, which includes seven buildings, advanced despite community concerns about noise and board questions regarding landscaping and water-intensive plant species. The proposal now moves to the Mesa City Council for final review and a vote in July.

zoning water government opposition

NTT

6/7/2026

News ClipDallas News·Dallas, Dallas County, TX

ERCOT advances 'batch zero' process for evaluating data centers$

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) approved stricter rules for data centers and other large electricity users connecting to the grid, aiming to better evaluate numerous project requests. The new "batch zero" process requires developers to show project readiness, with the Public Utility Commission of Texas expected to review the changes on June 18 for implementation.

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NTT QTS

6/5/2026

News ClipHouston Chronicle·Garland, Dallas County, TX

ERCOT aims to weed out speculative data center projects with new rules$

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has approved new, stricter requirements for data centers seeking to connect to the state's power grid. These rules, which include upfront deposits and proof of project maturity, aim to filter out speculative proposals from serious data center developments. The goal is to ensure grid stability and avoid costly overbuilding based on inflated demand forecasts.

electricity government

NTT

6/2/2026

News ClipDallas News·Dallas, Dallas County, TX

Construction activity, employment booming in Texas due to data centers$

Texas is experiencing a construction boom, largely driven by exponential growth in data center development, making it the second state behind Virginia in data center construction. Economists from the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas attribute this growth to factors like cheap land, easy permitting, and relatively low electricity prices, though future price increases are projected. Specific data center projects by NTT, OpenAI, and DataBank are highlighted in Garland, Abilene, and Dallas.

electricity government

NTT OpenAI

6/2/2026

News ClipHouston Chronicle·Garland, Dallas County, TX

AI data centers are booming. Why Texas may be best prepared$

Texas is identified as the leading state for AI data center readiness, driven by significant investment and growth in areas like Dallas and the Austin-San Antonio corridor. However, this expansion is raising concerns about the strain on the state's electric grid, water supplies, and local communities. Consequently, there are calls for a temporary statewide moratorium on large data center developments to assess these impacts.

electricity water moratorium government environmental announcement

NTT

5/21/2026

News ClipHouston Chronicle·Garland, Dallas County, TX

Texas is running out of cheap water. Will we learn from Corpus Christi?$

Texas faces a critical water crisis, projected to cost $174 billion over the next 50 years to meet the demands of growing populations and industries, including data centers. The article highlights that the escalating price of freshwater will lead to significant costs for consumers, with the situation in Corpus Christi serving as a statewide warning.

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NTT

5/21/2026

News ClipThe Mesa Tribune·Mesa, Maricopa County, AZ

Big data center in SE Mesa passes first review

NTT Global Data Center's proposal for a 2.3-million-square-foot data center campus in southeast Mesa received a 4-0 recommendation for approval from the Planning and Zoning Board. The project, comprising seven buildings and an on-site substation, now proceeds to the City Council for further review and a final decision. Landscaping and water usage concerns were addressed with a condition for drought-tolerant plant species.

zoning opposition environmental government electricity

NTT

5/21/2026

News ClipDallas News·Dallas, Dallas County, TX

Report: Dallas is No. 1 primary data center market in the world$

Dallas has been named the No. 1 primary data center market globally by Cushman & Wakefield, with Austin-San Antonio and West Texas leading secondary and tertiary rankings. The report highlights Texas's growing importance as an AI infrastructure hub, influenced by factors like power infrastructure, land availability, and regulatory conditions. Challenges such as water availability and Texas Senate Bill 6, which impacts large energy users, were also noted.

announcement government electricity water

NTT Google

5/20/2026

News ClipHouston Chronicle·Houston, Harris County, TX

Most Houstonians use AI but oppose data centers near them, UH study finds$

A University of Houston study found that most Houston-area residents, despite using AI, oppose data center construction near their homes, primarily due to concerns about electricity demands, grid reliability, and rising power bills. This sentiment aligns with nationwide opposition and has led to a Dallas-area county enacting a moratorium, with calls for a statewide pause.

electricity water opposition moratorium government environmental

NTT

5/18/2026

News ClipKTAR News 92.3 FM·Mesa, Maricopa County, AZ

Data center project in Mesa moving forward

The Mesa Planning Commission has recommended approval for NTT Data Group Corp.'s $300 million, 2.2 million-square-foot data center project in Mesa, Arizona. The development, which includes a private and a new Salt River Project substation, is moving forward despite increasing scrutiny of data center projects in the region, including recent opposition to a project in Chandler.

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NTT

5/17/2026

News ClipAustin American-Statesman·TX

Texas Data Center Tracker: See where data centers are planned or operating near you

Texas is experiencing an unprecedented boom in AI data centers, becoming the fastest-growing market in the US. This surge is driven by available power capacity, particularly in areas like Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. However, it also raises concerns about competition for limited resources like electricity and water, and disaster risks in regions like Houston.

announcement electricity water environmental

NTT

3/23/2026

News ClipThe Daily Gazette·Garland, Dallas County, TX

Editorial: With AI demand surging, Texas can’t stand in the way of renewables

The article discusses the growing demand for energy in Texas due to population growth and the influx of large users like crypto mines and data centers used for AI. It argues that Texas lawmakers should remain open to renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and battery storage to meet this increasing demand and keep the state's power grid reliable.

electricity government

NTT

3/17/2026