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Perryman says data centers can be beneficial with protections
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· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This project, valued at $7 billion, has raised concerns about potential impacts on the electricity supply and transmission capacity.
A significant development is underway 20 miles south of Pecos, where Microsoft and Chevron are collaborating on a self-powered AI data center. This project, valued at $7 billion, has raised concerns about potential impacts on the electricity supply and transmission capacity. Economist Ray Perryman acknowledges these concerns, but notes that they are being addressed.
The issue is receiving attention from local communities and ERCOT, with solutions being sought. Further information on this project and its potential implications can be found through the Odessa American. Details on how the concerns are being addressed and the role of natural gas in the project are available from the source.
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Category: local Published: July 13, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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