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Map Shows Texas Data Center Boom as Pollution Warning Issued

Soaring electricity demand from Texas data centers could push air pollution higher, depending on how they are powered.

  • Texas data center industry could worsen air pollution by 2031
  • AI-driven data centers demand massive electricity, impacting NOx, VOCs, PM2.5, SO2, CO2 emissions
  • Power source crucial; grid-supplied scenario reduces emissions compared to fuel-based generation

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