Oracle tries to appease Stargate data center opponents with renewables push
Summary
Oracle plans 2 GW of renewable energy for the Stargate Project Jupiter data center, aiming to reduce emissions while continuing to rely on natural gas-fed fuel cells. The move is part of a PR push to appease local opposition amid protests and legal challenges, including a public environmental dashboard and third-party reviews. The article discusses environmental trade-offs, policy context, and the potential impact on New Mexico’s energy landscape.