RegulatoryAug 10, 2026, 04:24 PM
Cipher Digital Supports Texas Governor's Data Center Audit
AI Summary
Cipher Digital announced its support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott's directive for a comprehensive audit of data centers connecting to the state's grid. The company committed to full transparency regarding its power and water use, and community impact, as part of this process. Cipher Digital highlighted its responsible practices, including paying interconnection costs, curtailing load during ERCOT emergencies, and using non-potable water for cooling.
Key Highlights
- Supports Texas Governor Greg Abbott's audit of data centers.
- Committed to full transparency on power, water use, and community impact.
- Responded to PUCT's water consumption survey for Texas data centers.
- Pays costs for interconnecting facilities to the grid.
- Commits to curtailing load during ERCOT grid emergencies.
- Uses treated brackish, non-potable water for cooling data centers.
- Developing methods to utilize oilfield produced water for cooling.
- Supports ambient noise studies and works with neighboring landowners.
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