Essential Utilities Inc. announced an agreement with International Electric Power III, LLC (IEP) to invest $26 million in a 1,400-acre data center facility in Greene County, Pennsylvania. This investment positions Essential Utilities to support significant new load growth in its Peoples Natural Gas service territory.
The data center project will include a 944-MW behind-the-meter gas plant and energy storage, with a backup grid connection. This initiative leverages Pennsylvania's abundant natural gas resources to power the growing demand from data centers and the AI revolution.
This strategic investment highlights Essential Utilities' commitment to modernizing infrastructure and supporting economic development in its service areas. The project is expected to provide a reliable and scalable energy solution for a critical industry.
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