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The Colossus data center operated by xAI outside of Memphis is in hot water for running a fleet of natural gas turbines without the necessary permits. According to the Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC), xAI has been operating at least 35 combustion turbines and other sources of air pollution at the site without obtaining the required air permits. This has led to concerns about the potential emission of over 2,000 tons of NOx per year, contributing to smog in an area already struggling with poor air quality.
Trouble Brewing for xAI
The SELC, representing the NAACP, has issued a notice of intent to sue xAI for violating the Clean Air Act. Allegations include the failure to obtain permits from federal and local regulators before installing the generators and not operating them with proper air pollution controls. Despite previous claims of exemption from permitting by the Shelby County Health Department, recent reports suggest that xAI may not have been in compliance with the law.
A Closer Look at the Colossus Site
SELC commissioned aerial photographs to monitor the Colossus site, revealing the installation of 35 turbines around the data center perimeter. Despite some turbines being removed, a flight in June showed that 26 turbines remained operational, with a generating capacity close to the original amount. The Greater Memphis Chamber stated that the turbines would serve as backups once the data center connects to the grid, but concerns about air pollution persist.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as xAI faces legal challenges over its operation of natural gas turbines at the Colossus data center in Memphis.
