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Integra Supports Governor Abbott’s Standards for Responsible Data Center Development in Texas

DALLAS, Texas | August 11, 2026

Integra, a Texas-based developer, manufacturer, and builder of mission-critical digital infrastructure, today expressed strong support for Governor Greg Abbott’s clear and consistent standards for large-scale data center development in Texas following his directive to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to conduct a comprehensive review of projects seeking connection to the Texas grid.

As Texas continues to attract investment in artificial intelligence and advanced computing infrastructure, Integra believes continued growth must be accompanied by clear expectations around responsible development, resource planning, transparency, and engagement with the communities where these investments are made.

“Texas has long demonstrated that innovation and accountability can advance together, creating an environment where responsible infrastructure investment can thrive,” said Brandon McDaniel, Principal and Co-Founder of Integra. “Texas has an opportunity to set a national standard for responsible digital infrastructure development while remaining a leader in attracting investment and innovation. We welcome a review process that can help establish clear expectations and consistent standards for businesses developing critical infrastructure across the state.”

McDaniel continued, “The infrastructure powering America’s future should be developed with thoughtful planning, responsible stewardship, transparent communication, and meaningful engagement with the communities it serves. Those principles guide Integra’s approach.”

Integra’s approach to responsible infrastructure development includes:

Responsible project economics. Support long-term economic value through responsible private investment, transparent project planning, and thoughtful management of public and private resources.
Thoughtful energy planning. Support grid reliability and resilience through careful energy planning, responsible infrastructure development, grid coordination, and appropriate on-site generation strategies.
Responsible water stewardship. Help protect Texas’ water resources through responsible water management, efficient system design, and advanced cooling technologies, including closed-loop systems where appropriate.
Community partnership. Partner with local communities by supporting workforce and economic opportunities, collaborating with local leaders, and incorporating site-specific measures that consider noise, lighting, setbacks, traffic, emergency response coordination, and other potential community impacts.
Accountable governance. Maintain accountable governance and provide appropriate transparency regarding project ownership and controlling interests while engaging constructively with regulators, local officials, and other stakeholders.

“Responsible infrastructure development is about more than what gets built,” McDaniel added. “It is also about how projects are planned, how resources are considered, how information is shared, and how communities are engaged throughout development. Integra is proud to call Texas home, and we look forward to working alongside Governor Abbott, the PUCT, ERCOT, the Texas Legislature, local officials, and community leaders to support Texas’ continued leadership in innovation, accountability, and long-term economic growth.”

For more information on Integra, visit: www.integra.com

About Integra
Integra is transforming the data center industry through optimized turnkey solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and delivers advanced digital infrastructure systems that power hyperscale data centers, artificial intelligence, and other mission-critical computing environments. By integrating engineering, manufacturing, and project execution into a single delivery model, Integra helps clients accelerate deployment, improve quality, reduce risk, and achieve greater certainty across complex infrastructure projects.

Headquartered in Dallas, Integra employs more than 2,000 people, including more than 1,500 Texans, and operates a 1.2 million-square-foot manufacturing and integration facility in Houston. Guided by its values of Integrity, Innovation, and Impact, Integra is committed to responsible growth, operational excellence, and contributing to lasting value in the communities where it operates.