Crusoe, an AI infrastructure company, is developing Google's data center campus in Armstrong County outside of Amarillo. Where the project will be powered in part by adjacent West Texas wind farm and use a closed-loop cooling system designed to minimize water use.
How will the campus be powered?
The campus has a direct connection to Senrena's adjacent Goodnight 1 wind farm, a 265.5-megawatt facility that is already operational. A second 265.5-MW wind farm, Goodnight 2, is under construction and was catalyzed by Crusoe's development at the site.
When wind generation exceeds the campus's demand, surplus electricity can be supplied back to the grid, which Crusoe says can benefit local ratepayers and reduce curtailment of West Texas wind generation.
The campus is designed around a closed-loop, non-evaporative liquid cooling system. Crusoe says the technology is intended to significantly limit the facility's water footprint, with water use primarily limited to domestic needs such as kitchens.
Crusoe CEO and co-founder, Chase Lochmiller: "Building the future of AI requires a new kind of infrastructure, starting with energy. The Armstrong County campus is a prime example of this energy-first strategy. We're bringing new, affordable clean energy online. We broke ground in June 2025 and are building at the same swift pace we set in Abilene."
Construction of the site began in June 2025 and is continuing, with more than 5,500 skilled laborers reportedly working on-site daily.
What does it mean for the region?
The Armstrong County facility adds to Crusoe's growing West Texas portfolio, which includes two additional campuses under development in Abilene. Google's Energy Impact Fund has also announced support for efficiency upgrades in public buildings and homes in Armstrong County.
