Texas Data Center Projects Raise Accountability and Transparency Concerns in Leon and McLennan Counties
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Proposed data center projects in Leon and McLennan Counties, Texas, are raising concerns about accountability and transparency, particularly regarding their impact on local resources like water supply and the electric grid. Dr.
Bennett from the Texas Public Policy Foundation emphasized the importance of data centers contributing fairly to infrastructure costs, which could foster economic growth and lower utility bills, while residents express worries about potential air quality impacts. There are calls for increased information disclosure to ensure effective planning and regulation enforcement.

Jan 3, 2026, 10:23 AM