TribCast: A data center proponent makes his case

By Matthew Watkins, The Texas Tribune
September 1, 2026

 

The data center backlash has been intense. In this week’s podcast, we hear from someone who thinks the centers are good for Texas.

Matthew speaks with former Public Utilities Commission member Will McAdams, president of the McAdams Energy Group, about their environmental impact, the political climate surrounding them and how the state should regulate them.

Watch the video above or subscribe to the TribCast on iTunes, Spotify or RSS. New episodes every Tuesday.

This article first appeared on The Texas Tribune.