ExpansionApr 27, 2026, 05:37 PM
CORZ to Expand Pecos Campus to 1.5 GW Gross Power for AI
AI Summary
Core Scientific, Inc. announced a multi-tiered strategy to expand its Pecos, Texas campus to approximately 1.5 gigawatts of gross power, or 1.0 GW of leasable power, for AI infrastructure. The company has secured an incremental 300 MW of gross power capacity and over 200 acres of land to support this expansion. Initial capacity from the first data hall is expected in early 2027, with construction milestones already achieved.
Key Highlights
- Plans to scale Pecos, Texas campus to 1.5 GW gross power, or 1.0 GW leasable power.
- Pecos campus, currently using 300 MW for bitcoin mining, is transforming into an AI data center.
- Secured an incremental 300 MW of gross power capacity under contract with its utility provider.
- Secured more than 200 acres of land to support the planned expansion.
- Initial capacity from the first data hall is expected in early 2027.
- Developed a scalable behind-the-meter solution for significant additional capacity.