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Texas Data Centers Threaten Decades of Air Quality Progress

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A surge in Texas data centers, particularly those with onsite power generation, could significantly increase air pollution. A HARC report indicates fine particle and NOx emissions could reach 2000s levels, jeopardizing decades of air quality improvements. Based on the linked publisher’s reporting.

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The Optimist

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Investing in onsite renewable energy for data centers offers a promising path to mitigate pollution, preserving air quality gains for future generations.

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Texas' data center boom risks reversing air quality progress if developers prioritize quick, gas-powered solutions over renewables, potentially tripling soot and doubling CO2 emissions by 2031, per HARC.

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The report from Houston Advanced Research Center links Texas data center growth to potential air pollution increases reversing decades of gains, but outcomes depend on energy sources used; clearer data on actual energy mixes and onsite generation choices would clarify future impacts.

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