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City advocating for ratepayers during hear on power facility for Meta data center
By Dave Burge at KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of El Paso said it will "continue advocating for strong protections for local ratepayers" as a hearing begins this week in El Paso Electric's application for the proposed McCloud Generation facility. The proposed McCloud Generation facility is intended to serve t...
Key takeaway The proposed McCloud Generation facility is intended to serve the Wurldwide (Meta) data center during its first [...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The City of El Paso's stance on advocating for ratepayers during the hearing for the McCloud Generation facility is crucial, given the potential impact on local residents' utility bills. As the city navigates the growth of large-scale businesses like the Meta data center, it must balance economic development with the needs of existing ratepayers. The proposed power facility, designed to serve the data center's significant energy demands, raises questions about how costs will be distributed among El Paso Electric customers. The city's efforts to secure strong protections for ratepayers will be closely watched, as any increases in utility rates could affect the affordability of living in El Paso for its residents. The outcome of this hearing will have direct implications for the city's ability to attract new businesses while safeguarding the interests of its long-time residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- The City of El Paso said it will "continue advocating for strong protections for local ratepayers" as a hearing begins this week in El Paso Electric's application for the proposed McCloud Generation facility. The proposed McCloud Generation facility is intended to serve t...
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