Pennsylvania's largest coal-fired power plant, now retired, to become gas-powered data center campus
- Pennsylvania's largest coal-fired power plant will be transformed into a $10 billion natural gas-powered data center campus, aimed at meeting demand from Big Tech companies for AI and cloud computing applications.
- The former Homer City Generating Station will house seven gas-fired turbines, generating up to 4.5 gigawatts of electricity on-site.
- Construction is planned to start this year, with power expected to be available by 2027, according to the owners, Homer City Development.
- Developers received a $5 million state grant to extend a gas line, indicating support for this significant energy project.
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PA's largest coal plant to become natural gas-fueled data center campus
A $10 billion natural gas-powered data center campus is on track to replace the former Homer City coal plant in Pennsylvania. It marks what has been called the largest capital investment in the state’s history. The site will generate up to 4.5 gigawatts of electricity to power AI and cloud computing operations. This new facility will become the largest gas-fired power plant in the U.S. and the third-largest power generation site overall. Constru…
Joint work session held regarding potential development north of town
The Cannon Falls City Council and Planning Commission held a joint work session back in March where both bodies saw a presentation for the upcoming review of the development where a potential data center may be built.
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