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Texas Puts Data-Center Permits on Hold as ERCOT Considers 474 GW in Requests
TokenPost·October 9, 2026·1 min read
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered a pause on data-center permits as ERCOT reviews 474 GW in connection requests. The regulatory pause expands as the state assesses grid demand, water use, infrastructure costs, and project ownership. This move could impact crypto mining operations, which rely heavily on data centers and energy.
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