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Texas Set to Dominate U.S. Data Center Market

1/21/2026

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Texas is projected to become the leading state for data centers in the United States within two years, driven by artificial intelligence growth.
A Bloom Energy report projects data-center grid demand in Texas will exceed 40 gigawatts by 2028, up from 8 gigawatts in 2025.
The state hosts around 387 data centers, attracted by low gas prices and favorable regulations.

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Story summary

Texas is projected to become the leading state for data centers in the United States within two years, driven by artificial intelligence growth.
A Bloom Energy report projects data-center grid demand in Texas will exceed 40 gigawatts by 2028, up from 8 gigawatts in 2025.
The state hosts around 387 data centers, attracted by low gas prices and favorable regulations.