Amazon Plans Natural Gas Power Plant for Texas Data Center Amid Climate Concerns

Aug 8, 2026

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Amazon is set to invest in a natural-gas power plant in Texas, which could become the largest source of climate pollution in the U.S. This move comes as the company faces challenges in meeting its climate commitments, particularly with rising emissions from data centers driven by the demand for artificial intelligence services.

Amazon is investing in a large-scale natural-gas-burning power plant in Pecos County, Texas, as part of a new data center project.
The planned power plant could emit 33 million tons of carbon dioxide annually, making it potentially the largest single source of climate pollution in the U.S.
Amazon has struggled to meet its Climate Pledge, which aims for the company to eliminate planet-warming emissions by 2040.
Emissions from fossil fuels, including natural gas, are a major contributor to global warming, and Amazon's emissions have increased in recent years.
A company spokeswoman acknowledged the challenges posed by rising emissions from AI data centers but stated that the company's commitment to climate goals remains unchanged.

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Amazon Plans Natural Gas Power Plant for Texas Data Center Amid Climate Concerns

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