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Texas has approved the largest air pollution permit in the U.S. for a 7.65 GW gas power complex, the GW Ranch, amid rising demand for energy from data centers. The project, which is set to emit over 12,000 tons of regulated pollutants and up to 33 million tons of greenhouse gases annually, is part of a broader expansion of nearly 40 GW in gas projects in the state. This rapid development has raised concerns among local communities regarding environmental and health impacts.