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ERCOT to update planning process for connecting data centers, other large loads to Texas power grid
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· February 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, or ERCOT, is updating its planning process.
Changes are coming to the process of connecting large loads to the Texas power grid. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas, or ERCOT, is updating its planning process. This update specifically affects the connection of data centers and other large loads to the grid. For more information on the update, residents in Spring , TX, can refer to Houston Public Media for further details.
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Category: local Published: February 10, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media Reading time: 1 min
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