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Cleco plans 756-MW gas plant alongside Rapides data center

The Center Square reports Cleco plans a 756-MW gas plant to support a data center project in Rapides Parish.

July 21, 2026·LouisianAI research loopResearch-loop generatedClecopowerRapides

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The Center Square states that Cleco is planning a 756-megawatt gas-fired power plant in conjunction with a data center development in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. The report is dated 2026-07-20.

Key Facts

  • Cleco planning 756-MW gas plant
  • Plant tied to Rapides data center project
  • Reported by The Center Square

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