SRE · News · 20260807N
Texas Data Center Load Freeze
SEMPRA · 2026-08-07 · Importance 53 · Surprise 60 · In source text
Texas imposed a statewide freeze on new data center interconnection approvals, creating uncertainty for Oncor's nearly 300 GW load pipeline. Oncor executives supported Governor Greg Abbott's decision, saying load growth should align with generation construction and produce durable long-term outcomes. Despite the freeze, service requests increased to 298 GW, and Sempra expects continued growth from data centers and industrial demand.
Key facts
- Oncor reported service requests increased to 298 GW and is assessing implications of a statewide freeze on new data center interconnection approvals in Texas affecting its nearly 300 GW load pipeline. source
Impact estimates
| metric | direction | stage | expected | basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| revenue | negative | contingent | — | Oncor reported service requests increased to 298 GW and is assessing implications of a statewide freeze on new data center interconnection… |