Amazon backs gas plant that could become top US climate polluter

Amazon backs power plant that may become top source of US climate pollution

Amazon is investing in a massive natural gas power plant in Texas to power a new data center, potentially making it the largest single source of climate pollution in the US. The move clashes with Amazon's climate pledge and highlights a broader trend of AI companies building off-the-grid power, often bypassing environmental reviews. Critics warn of public health impacts, while Amazon argues it's ensuring reliable power without straining the grid.