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Lubbock’s city leaders are eyeing a major data center opportunity, aiming to steer development locally rather than letting it unfold elsewhere. With nearby towns already hosting similar projects, Lubbock wants to control the process—starting with strict environmental standards: only water-efficient cooling tech will be considered, and no deals with companies that don’t meet the bar. Energy use is another critical factor, as state mandates push data centers to cover their own power costs. Meanwhile, Texas Tech is positioning itself as a national AI powerhouse, and city officials see Lubbock’s future tied to embracing AI’s growing role in defense and innovation. The city is carefully weighing the big gains against the resource demands, trying to stay ahead of the tech curve without overextending itself.

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