Powering the Future: FERMI America and Texas Tech’s HyperGrid™ AI + Energy Campus
- Timothy Beggans
- Jul 10
- 1 min read
In a landmark partnership, FERMI America, co-founded by former U.S. Energy Secretary Rick Perry, and the Texas Tech University System are building the world’s largest AI-focused energy campus near Amarillo, Texas.
Spanning ~5,800 acres, the HyperGrid™ campus is a bold step to secure U.S. leadership in AI and energy innovation. This ambitious project integrates nuclear, natural gas, solar, wind, battery storage, and grid power to deliver up to 11 GW—enough to power ~10 million homes and 18 million sq ft of AI and data center infrastructure. With 600 MW of gas turbine capacity already secured, HyperGrid aims to provide its first 1 GW of behind-the-meter power by late 2026, with full deployment, including four AP1000 nuclear reactors, by 2032.
Why It Matters
Energy-AI Synergy: AI’s massive computational demands require reliable, clean, and scalable power. HyperGrid’s on-site generation meets this need, bypassing traditional grid limitations.
Geostrategic Imperative: As global competitors like China expand nuclear capacity, HyperGrid positions the U.S. to lead in energy and AI innovation.
Academic and Workforce Development: Texas Tech’s role ensures students gain hands-on experience through internships and research, fostering the next generation of energy and AI leaders.
Economic Impact: The project will create thousands of jobs, boost the local economy, and set a model for decentralized energy-compute campuses nationwide.
HyperGrid is more than a data center—it’s a national strategy for energy security and digital transformation. By combining resilient power, hyperscale AI infrastructure, and academic collaboration, FERMI America and Texas Tech are paving the way for a sustainable, innovative future.
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