Microsoft to Build 2-Gigawatt Data Center in Pecos, Texas with Gas Plant

Microsoft is constructing a 2-gigawatt data center in Pecos, Texas, designed to operate with its own gas plant. This initiative aims to ensure stable power prices and minimal water use, as stated in an open letter from Microsoft. The project is a response to local backlash affecting dozens of data center projects across the U.S. This follows Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to secure reliable energy sources amid increasing scrutiny over data center expansions. The timeline for construction or operation has not been specified. For practitioners, this development highlights a shift towards self-sufficient energy solutions in data center design, potentially influencing future infrastructure investments. The Decoder reported.