Governor Greg Abbott has ordered an audit of data centers seeking to connect to the Texas power grid. This audit must be completed before any new projects are approved. The audit is in response to a large number of connection requests, with about 90% of them coming from data centers.

The review will require data centers to provide certain information, including financial assistance received and power sourcing plans. Any project that fails to meet the requirements will be denied access to the grid. Further details on the audit and its implications are available from the governor's office and ERCOT.