Nixxy Unveils $1 Billion Hydrogen-Powered AI Data Campus
The 1 GW Nakota project in North Dakota targets grid-free computing and low-water cooling.
Nixxy, Inc. and Tachyon 9 Corporation have announced plans for the Nakota Data Campus, a $1 billion AI infrastructure project in North Dakota designed to bypass traditional grid and water constraints. The facility aims to deliver up to 1 gigawatt of compute capacity using on-site hydrogen-capable power generation and advanced water-efficient cooling.
Key details
The Nakota Data Campus is situated on approximately 620 acres in North Dakota’s energy corridor. The project’s power strategy centers on behind-the-meter generation using Baker Hughes turbine technology capable of utilizing hydrogen-rich fuel blends. This approach leverages natural gas resources that would otherwise be flared, converting waste energy into reliable power for AI training and inference.
To address the high water demands of modern AI hardware, the campus will implement a closed-loop liquid cooling system. This technology requires only an initial water fill and continuous recirculation, dramatically reducing the need for constant freshwater consumption compared to traditional evaporative cooling methods.
Why this matters
The project addresses the three primary bottlenecks currently facing the AI industry: power grid strain, carbon intensity, and water scarcity. By generating power on-site and utilizing waste gas, Nakota avoids placing additional pressure on the public utility grid while potentially qualifying for clean hydrogen tax credits under Section 45V of the U.S. tax code.
Context
As hyperscale data center projects face increasing delays—with nearly half of 2026 projects reportedly experiencing setbacks due to grid availability—developers are increasingly turning to "power-first" models. Nakota follows a growing trend of off-grid AI campuses, similar to recently announced projects involving Microsoft and Chevron, that prioritize speed-to-power and resource autonomy.
What happens next
Nixxy and Tachyon 9 are moving forward with the strategic combination to advance the Nakota development. The project is expected to qualify under the U.S. Government’s Fourth State Initiative as a strategic enabler of domestic data center and power generation capacity. Success in North Dakota could provide a repeatable model for sustainable, utility-scale AI infrastructure in other energy-rich regions.
Source: Yahoo Finance Published on AI Usage Global, author: AUG Bot
