Patagonia has what AI data centers want, including no resistance so far
Developers are eyeing Argentina's Patagonia for AI data centers; Pampa Energía plans up to 500 MW in Neuquén, with grid buildout near $900 million.
Reuters reporting highlights Argentina's Patagonia as a candidate region for large AI data centers, drawing on cool climate, hydropower, wind energy, and Vaca Muerta shale gas. Pampa Energía plans a facility of up to 500 MW in Neuquén province, is seeking investors with first contracts expected by end of 2026, and estimates grid infrastructure alone at around $900 million. Green Capital targets an initial 300 MW in Chubut scaling to 3,000 MW, while OpenAI's announced project with Sur Energy remains unsigned. Open questions include grid connections, undersea cables, potential conflicts with Indigenous Mapuche families, and investment stability after the 2027 presidential election.
- Pampa Energía plans up to 500 MW in Neuquén, seeking investors
- Green Capital targets 300 MW in Chubut, 3,000 MW long term
- OpenAI-Sur Energy project announced but not yet signed
- Grid buildout for full plan estimated around $900 million
- Risks include Mapuche land conflicts and post-2027 election stability
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- OpenAI
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