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Data Center Signal is tracking 5 clips about Oncor data center developments across 1 states, including TX.

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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.

electricity government

NTT QTS

6/5/2026

News ClipMidland Reporter-Telegram·TX

Oncor moving quickly to expand West Texas power supplies$

Oncor, Texas's largest energy delivery company, is rapidly expanding its power infrastructure in West Texas to meet surging demand. This includes the state's first ultra-high-voltage transmission lines and new substations, driven by the needs of oil and gas operations, data centers, and bitcoin miners. The company is actively securing necessary regulatory approvals to proceed with the significant infrastructure project.

electricity government

4/30/2026

News ClipThe Community News·TX

Cost for future water needs could reach $174B

Texas lawmakers interrogated data center developers and utility officials about the state's data center boom's impact on the electricity grid. Grid officials are proposing regulations to manage this growth, ensuring stability without raising consumer costs, with some suggesting data centers could aid grid infrastructure upgrades.

electricity government

4/22/2026

News ClipKWTX·Austin, Travis County, TX

Texas lawmakers hear testimony on state’s growing data center industry, as Texas set to become data center hub

Texas lawmakers held a hearing to discuss the state's growing data center industry, projected to become the country's largest hub for data centers. Discussions focused on ensuring grid capacity with ERCOT and promoting water efficiency with companies like Skybox. More meetings are planned to address the future of data centers in Texas.

government electricity water

4/10/2026

News Clip1:54KXAN·Hutto, Williamson County, TX

Proposed Hutto data center faces opposition from nearby residents

A proposed data center development by Zydeco Development in Hutto, Texas, is facing significant opposition from nearby residents concerned about environmental impacts. The project requires a zoning change from the City of Hutto, with the Planning and Zoning Commission having recently heard the proposal. Residents are worried about the proximity of the facility to local schools and its potential effects.

opposition zoning environmental electricity water government

4/8/2026