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Elon Musk's xAI wants to build a power plant in Mississippi. Regulators plan a key meeting on Election Day

The NAACP has accused Mississippi regulators of rushing a meeting to approve xAI plans for a massive, methane-burning power plant in Southaven.

Editorial StaffMarch 10, 20261 MIN READ

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Update at 20:01 UTC on 2026-03-10

CNBC reported Mississippi regulators authorize xAI to build a power plant with 41 natural gas-burning turbines despite pollution concerns.

Sources: CNBC

Update at 21:15 UTC on 2026-03-10

Guardian Environment reported Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company secures approval for 41 methane gas turbines in Mississippi.

Sources: Guardian Environment