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Texas Power Demand Forecast Trimmed After Data Center Pause

Tuesday, August 11, 2026


Texas grid operators have reduced their forecast for electricity demand growth following a state-imposed pause on new data center projects. The pause was implemented to manage strain on the power system. Grid demand projections now show slower growth than previous estimates.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-11/texas-power-demand-forecast-trimmed-after-data-center-pause

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