Lockhart is landing a $23M nuclear research reactor that promises to turn the town into a high-tech hub. It’s a massive economic win, but it’s definitely going to stir up some heated conversations about safety and how fast the area is changing.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 4 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
Residents fear that data center energy usage will lead to higher electricity bills for local taxpayers.
The data center developers and potentially the regional power grid.
Local residents and farmers who rely on limited water and affordable electricity.
By Anthony Collins LPR Editor Aalo’s construction site remains halted until permits are issued for future construction. Photo by Anthony Collins. Construction of a liquid-sodium...
Data Centers: Not in San Marcos. What does that mean for Caldwell County? Lockhart Post Register
Residents are deeply concerned about the environmental and economic impacts of proposed data centers, specifically regarding water usage, power grid strain, and noise pollution.
Caldwell County calls for data center regulation KEYE
PowerHouse looking to build 500-acre data center near Austin, Texas Data Center Dynamics
Residents are concerned about the environmental and resource impact of new data centers, urging the county to use its authority to regulate them.
Nuclear research facility planned just up the road from San Antonio in Lockhart San Antonio Express-News
Earthship to develop nuclear research reactor at Proto-Town in Lockhart The Real Deal
$23M nuclear research reactor set to rise in Texas' BBQ capital Chron
Residents are worried that new data centers will drain local water supplies and drive up electricity costs. The county is planning a workshop to explain what they can and cannot do to regulate these projects.
Sensei Ag coming to Lockhart Lockhart Post Register
Caldwell County greenlights manufacturing company town The Real Deal
New Data Center Planned for Lockhart in 2028 Austin Monitor
A 'renaissance' is already well underway in small town of Lockhart — what would a multibillion-dollar factory add? The Business Journals
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