Saturday, 21 March, 2026
SoftBank and AEP Partner for Massive Gas-Powered AI Data Center in Ohio
By Isha

SoftBank Group and American Electric Power (AEP) are collaborating to develop a monumental data center campus in Ohio, utilizing gas-fired power to meet soaring AI energy demands. This strategic project addresses the critical power shortages facing the tech industry by leveraging natural gas for reliable, large-scale electricity. The initiative underscores the increasing necessity of fossil-fuel backups to sustain the rapid global expansion.
Read full story at Economic Times