An Amazon data center could have the worst polluting power plant in the country
Amazon is investing in a new gas-burning power plant in Pecos County, Texas to supply energy for its West Texas data center. According to the New York Times, this facility could become one of the largest single producers of greenhouse gases in the United States, raising environmental concerns about the company's energy infrastructure expansion.
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An Amazon data center could have the worst polluting power plant in the country
Amazon is investing in a new gas-burning power plant in Pecos County, Texas to power its data center, which could become one of the largest single producers of greenhouse gases in the United States. The project represents a significant commitment of resources from Amazon despite concerns about its environmental impact. This development highlights the tension between tech infrastructure expansion and climate considerations.
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