Fermi America Pauses Project Matador Construction Near Amarillo Pending TCEQ Permits
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Fermi America has paused construction on its Project Matador site near Amarillo, Texas, while awaiting final permits from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The company completed the first phase in 150 days and plans to resume work once regulatory approval is secured.
The project aims to develop a facility with 11 gigawatts of power, utilizing various energy sources. Concerns have been raised regarding the impacts on workers and the community due to perceived rushed development and inadequate planning.

Feb 7, 2026, 6:04 PM