Crusoe and Tallgrass announce AI data center in Wyoming

Crusoe, a vertically integrated provider of Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure, partnered with Tallgrass to develop a 1.8 gigawatt (GW) AI data center campus in southeast Wyoming. The project, which can scale up to 10 GW, aims to support growing AI computational needs by integrating diverse energy sources.

The new campus will employ a reliable power strategy that includes natural gas and future renewable energy developments, facilitating high efficiency for AI workloads. Its location near Tallgrass' CO2 sequestration hub will support carbon capture initiatives and utilize existing energy assets.

Chase Lochmiller, Crusoe's co-founder and CEO, noted that the project underscores Crusoe's commitment to providing significant energy capacity needed for the U.S. to compete in AI globally. The initiative is expected to create numerous jobs across various sectors, including construction and technology.

Crusoe's efforts to accelerate the deployment of AI data centers respond to increasing infrastructure demands. Their project portfolio includes a 1.2 GW facility under construction in Abilene, Texas, and additional campuses breaking ground.

Matt Sheehy, CEO of Tallgrass, emphasized their established presence in Wyoming and the opportunity this partnership presents for continued regional development. Governor Mark Gordon expressed enthusiasm for the project, highlighting its relevance for Wyoming’s natural gas producers and the state’s economic evolution.

U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis acknowledged the project's potential to create a skilled workforce and drive innovations in High performance computing (HPC) within the state. They reiterated Wyoming's commitment to fostering technological advancements through collaborative ventures.

This initiative indicates a focus on delivering the necessary infrastructure to maintain the U.S. competitive edge in AI and support the next wave of innovation.