This week, Oracle submitted a letter to the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) in support of air permit approval for the Doña Ana County East and West Microgrids tied to Project Jupiter, our planned AI data center campus in southern New Mexico.

If approved, the permits will allow Project Jupiter to build and operate behind-the-meter, natural gas-powered microgrids that will provide electricity to the campus independently of the local grid, ensuring there is no impact on residents’ electricity bills. Oracle has committed to pay for all energy costs at Project Jupiter and our other new AI data centers.

The microgrids will use advanced emission controls and be subject to continuous emissions monitoring to meet or exceed state and federal air quality standards. Based on seasonality and utilization, Oracle expects our actual emissions to be well below both the permitted levels and the state and federal requirements. As the project moves forward, and in support of New Mexico’s 2045 net-zero goals and Oracle’s own sustainability commitments, we will integrate renewable, carbon-free energy, such as solar and/or fuel cells, into the existing microgrid during that same timeframe. We understand air quality is very important concern in the broader region, beyond the confines of the Project Jupiter air permit. Therefore, we are actively working with partners on specific, tangible projects to realize additional emissions reductions throughout Las Cruces, Doña Ana, El Paso, and other surrounding areas in the nearer term.

Project Jupiter will deliver lasting economic benefits to Doña Ana County and New Mexico, creating approximately 4,000 construction jobs, many of which will be filled by local unions. After completion, we anticipate up to 1,500 ongoing jobs onsite or in the community. We will prioritize hiring local suppliers, vendors, contractors, and residents for these good paying jobs.

During construction, the project is estimated to boost Doña Ana County’s economy by $384 million per year. Once operational, it is expected to generate an estimated $113 million per year in direct economic output. Additionally, our investments include $360 million in direct payments to Doña Ana County for schools, infrastructure, and local services, plus $50 million to repair, upgrade, and improve local water systems, boosting reliability and water quality.

Our employees will live and work in this community as well, and we want to ensure they and their families have a safe and healthy place to thrive. Responsible development is central to how we support innovation while strengthening the communities where we operate.

Read our full letter to NMED here.

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