Crusoe and Partners Advance $15 Billion AI Data Center in Texas

May 21, 2025
Crusoe, Blue Owl Capital, and Primary Digital Infrastructure have entered the second phase of their $15 billion joint venture to fund a 1.2 gigawatt AI data center in Abilene, Texas, according to a press release.

Crusoe, Blue Owl Capital, and Primary Digital Infrastructure have entered the second phase of their $15 billion joint venture to fund a 1.2 gigawatt AI data center in Abilene, Texas, announced in a press release. The project, which began its first phase in June 2024, is set to expand from two to eight buildings, with the second phase expected to be energized by mid-2026.

The construction involves approximately 3,000 workers daily, with numbers expected to rise to nearly 5,000 during the second phase. The data center will feature advanced technology, including direct-to-chip liquid cooling systems and a network fabric capable of operating up to 50,000 NVIDIA GB200 NVL72s per building. The site was chosen for its access to low-cost wind energy, aligning with Crusoe's climate-focused mission.

The Development Corporation of Abilene estimates the economic impact of the first two buildings at approximately $1 billion over 20 years, with the second phase poised to significantly increase this impact. The collaboration underscores the partners' commitment to advancing AI infrastructure in the United States.

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