Nothing static here.

Operating one of the nation’s largest natural gas pipeline networks, Tulsa-based Williams has deftly expanded its role beyond its midstream business to pounce on opportunities in a time of data centers and A1-driven power demand. No longer just a supporting midstream player that transports volumes of gas to the grid and utility-connected sites, Williams is taking a leading role to deliver reliable, lower-carbon, behind-the meter, power by leveraging its infrastructure experience and pipeline assets moving one-third of the country’s natural gas.

Reese Energy Consulting today is following the latest from Williams and its power-to-plug strategy focused on hyperscale data centers and large-load industrial customers. Using a turnkey approach, Williams offers gas sourcing, gathering, transportation, and dedicated on-site power generation under one platform. The strategy figures prominently in the five behind-the-meter power projects the company looks to develop.  

In a joint venture with a Blackstone-led investor group, Williams has secured $5.34 billion to help fund the development of Socrates, Apolla, Aquilla, Socrates the Younger, and Neo. Located in Ohio and Utah, these projects will be positioned near data center corridors. The JV agreement provides the investor group with a 49% noncontrolling stake; Williams will retain a 51% interest, along with oversight of commercial and operational activities, according to Hart Energy.