ERCOT
The grid operator for most of Texas, a frequent AI-data-center destination known for fast interconnection and volatility.
Current numbers
~8.4¢/kWhTexas average commercial retail electricity price — among the lowest in the US (statewide all-in average; competitive-supply quotes in deregulated ERCOT territories run lower)
438+ GWERCOT large-load interconnection queue, mid-2026 (~89% data centers; 63→233→438+ GW arc)
438+ GWlarge-load requests ERCOT is tracking (~89% data centers; 63 GW end-2024 → 233 GW end-2025 → 438 GW Jun 2026)