Stay online during Texas grid curtailments. TM2500, LM6000 & SGT800 turbines from Data Power Supply deliver behind-the-meter, off-grid power resilience.

Texas’ New Data Center Law: Why Behind-the-Meter Power is Now Mission Critical

Texas’ newly passed Senate Bill 6 has set a precedent for how states may regulate high-demand data centers. Under the law, the state’s grid operator can remotely disconnect large energy consumers—including hyperscale data centers—during grid emergencies.

This is a direct response to grid instability risks, reminiscent of the deadly 2021 winter blackout that crippled infrastructure statewide. With AI projects, cloud expansion, and colocation facilities driving demand, the state is seeking to protect reliability by requiring:

• Remote shutoff capabilities for qualifying data centers

• Mandatory interconnection studies with cost-sharing on upgrades

• Backup power disclosure to ensure facilities can self-sustain during emergencies

The Risk: Grid Shutdowns Can Mean Data Loss, Revenue Loss, and Reputation Damage

For mission-critical facilities, a grid shutdown isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s an existential threat. Downtime can result in:

• Service interruptions impacting customers globally

• Hardware damage from uncontrolled shutdowns

• Loss of contractual SLAs, triggering penalties

This is where redundancy and energy independence move from “nice-to-have” to “must-have.”

Data Power Supply: Redundancy, Resilience, and Off-Grid Capability

Data Power Supply specializes in behind-the-meter, off-grid, and hybrid power systems that allow data centers to keep operating—no matter what the grid is doing.

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On-Site Turbine Power — TM2500, LM6000, SGT800

We source and deploy proven turbine solutions for large-scale data centers:

• GE TM2500 – Mobile gas turbine delivering 30–35 MW in under 10 minutes

• GE LM6000 – Aeroderivative gas turbine, ideal for 50+ MW continuous operation

• Siemens SGT800 – High-efficiency industrial gas turbine, perfect for long-duration off-grid use

Our inventory often includes rare, long-lead units available for rapid deployment—critical when utility interconnection delays threaten project timelines.

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Microgrid & Storage Integration

By pairing turbines with lithium-ion storage, facilities can shift loads, smooth generation, and participate in demand-response programs without risking uptime.

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Compliance + Continuity

Our solutions help data centers:

• Meet SB 6 backup power disclosure requirements

• Avoid operational downtime during ERCOT curtailment events

• Secure predictable, long-term power costs

Why Now Is the Time to Go Behind-the-Meter

With Texas’s data-center law now in force, waiting for utility-only solutions is risky. Behind-the-meter generation not only ensures uptime—it can accelerate project go-lives by bypassing lengthy transmission upgrades.

Facilities that adopt TM2500, LM6000, or SGT800 turbine solutions combined with storage and microgrid controls gain:

• Energy independence

• Faster commissioning timelines

• Long-term cost stability

Conclusion: Secure Your Uptime Before the Next Emergency

Texas is sending a clear signal—grid reliability comes first, and large data centers will be the first to curtail when emergencies hit.

Data Power Supply provides the redundancy, resilience, and off-grid capabilities to keep your operation online. Whether it’s deploying a TM2500 in weeks, installing a high-efficiency SGT800, or securing a continuous-duty LM6000, we have the inventory, engineering, and experience to protect your uptime.

Visit www.datapowersupply.com to explore available inventory and build your behind-the-meter strategy today.