Gov. Greg Abbott pauses new data centers until ERCOT, PUCT audit energy, water usage
- Posted on August 3, 2026
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Gov. Greg Abbott pauses new data centers until ERCOT, PUCT audit energy, water usage
New data centers won't be able to join the Texas power grid until state regulators complete a review of their energy and water usage, under a new directive from the governor.
