Pacifico Energy Plans 5-GW Off-Grid Power Project in Texas

Pacifico Energy plans a 5-gigawatt off-grid power project in Pecos County, Texas, to support AI data centers. The GW Ranch project combines natural gas and battery storage, with the first 1 GW expected online in 2028.

(P&GJ) — Pacifico Energy has unveiled plans for the GW Ranch project, a large-scale off-grid power generation site in Pecos County, Texas, designed to support data centers and artificial intelligence infrastructure.

The 8,000-acre project will provide up to 5 gigawatts (GW) of dedicated power by 2030, combining natural gas turbines with 1.8 GW of battery storage. Pacifico said the off-grid approach avoids interconnection delays, regulatory hurdles, and reliance on ERCOT’s electricity grid. The first gigawatt of capacity is slated to come online in 2028.

“GW Ranch isn’t just about scale—it’s about certainty,” said Constantyn Gieskes, vice president at Pacifico Energy. “Every aspect of the project has been designed to solve problems with the status quo in data center development. By building off-grid and working hand-in-hand with local officials, we’re delivering the speed, reliability, and responsible development that our customers and communities both demand.”

Local officials voiced support for the project, citing jobs and tax revenue for Pecos County. “The minimal impact of an off-grid data center will increase the county tax base, create new jobs, and have an overall positive impact on our county while conserving water and placing no constraints on local infrastructure,” said Remie Ramos, Pecos County Economic Development Director.

Pacifico said the GW Ranch design includes dual gas pipeline connections, modular buildout capabilities, and emissions-control technology to ensure reliable power and environmental compliance. The project is undergoing permitting with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.