Demand from data centers is starting to reach landowners. A new PennEnvironment analysis projects Pennsylvania’s gas power capacity will grow at least 15% by 2030, mostly because of data center demand. New well counts jumped roughly 45% from 2024 to 2025, to more than 400, the highest since 2022. Nearly 100 data center projects are proposed statewide, although not all will be built. If you’re leased but undrilled, this demand could help move your acreage up the list.

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