PolicyTuesday, March 10, 2026The Guardian
Musk’s xAI wins permit for datacenter’s makeshift power plant despite backlash
Elon Musk's xAI has received permission to operate a makeshift power plant comprising 41 methane gas turbines at its 'Colossus 2' datacenter in Mississippi, despite facing significant public backlash concerning environmental impacts. This decision raises important questions regarding energy policy and the prioritization of tech company interests over environmental protection.




