Location

The data center will be developed on Rancho Encantado, a 5,250-acre property in Dimmit County, Texas, strategically selected for its alignment with Texas's energy abundance, regulatory advantages, and economic incentives. Texas leads the U.S. in renewable energy production, with the ERCOT grid offering access to low-cost wind, solar, and natural gas resources—critical for powering a 200 MW IT load facility. Dimmit County's location in the Eagle Ford Shale provides proximity to flare gas sources (estimated 300-700 MMcf/d regionally) and the Blackcomb Pipeline (expected in service by mid-2026), enabling cost-effective natural gas supply for CHP units while offsetting emissions through methane capture.

 

The site benefits from business-friendly policies, including potential Chapter 313 tax abatements for large-scale investments, PUC SB-6 compliance for grid interconnections, and incentives from the Texas Broadband Development Office for fiber expansion. Additionally, the rural setting addresses local challenges like grid vulnerabilities and limited broadband, allowing ISS Mining 1 to introduce redundant Tier 1 fiber from San Antonio (90 miles) and Laredo (70 miles), fostering community development. Proximity to major tech hubs like Austin (200 miles) and Dallas ensures low-latency connectivity to clients, while preserving ~3,750 acres as undeveloped land supports environmental goals. This location minimizes operational costs (e.g., energy at $1.50- 2.50/MMBtu via Waha Hub) and maximizes incentives, such as Investment Tax Credits (ITC) for solar (30% offset) and grants from the Methane Emissions Reduction Program (MERP), making Texas an ideal base for scalable, sustainable growth.