February 20, 2026
Big Tech's Grid Bypass Meets a 14-State BacklashCentral Texas between Temple and San Antonio has emerged as the nation's top secondary datacenter market with at least 55 completed or planned projects.
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Central Texas, TX
Central Texas is a region that encompasses major data center hubs including Austin and surrounding areas, which have become increasingly significant for technology infrastructure development due to competitive electricity costs and available land.
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