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Texas will audit up to 300 projects, mostly data centers, after Gov. Greg Abbott’s order
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· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This audit will primarily focus on data centers, with up to 300 projects being reviewed.
In response to an order from Governor Greg Abbott, the state of Texas will be auditing a significant number of projects. This audit will primarily focus on data centers, with up to 300 projects being reviewed. The state's power grid operator was already planning to audit several data center proposals, but the governor's directive has altered the timeline and added new requirements.
Further details on the audit and its implications can be found through ABC13 Houston, the source of this information.
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Category: local Published: August 15, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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