Data Center Development
Summary
Alvin officials are pumping the brakes on new data center projects because they're worried about the strain these massive facilities put on our local power grid and water supply. They want to make sure these tech hubs don't end up ruining the vibe or the resources of our neighborhoods.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
Data centers may impact local property tax appraisals and water utility costs.
Data center developers and technology corporations.
Local residents, farmers, and property owners near proposed sites.
Mentions & discussions (9)
West Columbia data center remains in preliminary drainage review
Proposed data center near Nash Prairie awaits detailed drainage plans and district approval before construction or building permits can proceed.
Miller sees tough GOP election
LUBBOCK — Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said Thursday that Republicans are going to lose some statewide elections this year because of data centers, which has become a heated issue for Texas across the state.
New data center approvals blocked by Abbott
Amid growing public backlash to the rapid buildout of data centers across Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday announced a moratorium on the approval of data centers until regulatory agencies can audit proposed data centers seeking connection to the sta...
Jess Huff, The Texas Tribune
A controversial data center project in East Texas is no longer moving forward after the company said it wouldn’t be able to comply with Gov. Greg Abbott’s development standards.
Brazoria County residents pushing back on data centers
Brazoria County residents pushing back on data centers The Facts
Brazoria County passes resolution outlining requirements for future data centers
Brazoria County passes resolution outlining requirements for future data centers Houston Public Media
Commissioners Court — June 9, 2026
Residents are worried that massive data centers are draining water, causing noise, and threatening property values. They want the county to have more power to say 'no' to these projects.
Alvin, Brazoria County leaders propose resolutions to oppose data centers
Alvin, Brazoria County leaders propose resolutions to oppose data centers ABC13 Houston
Company clarifies, defends Brazoria data center project
Company clarifies, defends Brazoria data center project The Facts
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