Planned AI data center in Lea County, New Mexico, run by New Era Energy & Digital.
7 GWplanned capacity
~5.3 millionhomes' worth of electricity, when complete
Details
Where
Lea County, NM (approximate location)
Owner / operator
New Era Energy & Digital
Timeline
Announced; no construction yet
Power
7 GW planned
Footprint
Not published
Noise
No decibel readings published for this site. Large data centers often run above 60 dB near homes, and backup generators can reach about 105 dB during tests.
Energy and water figures are estimates based on power capacity and US averages.
What it could mean for power bills
Home electricity prices rising nationwide
The US Energy Information Administration expects average home electricity prices to reach 18.2 cents per kWh in 2026, almost 5% higher than 2025, with demand from businesses including data centers a key reason. Some East Coast areas may see up to 7% a year.