Google inks $3bn US hydropower deal as it expands energy-hungry datacenters
Google has signed a $3 billion deal with Brookfield Asset Management to secure up to 3GW of hydropower from two facilities in Pennsylvania. This is the world's largest corporate clean power pact for hydroelectricity and is aimed at fueling the growth of Google's energy-intensive AI and data centers across the eastern United States. The 20-year power purchase agreements will provide a stable and renewable energy source to support the tech giant's expanding operations. This move aligns with Google's commitment to using 100% renewable energy and reducing its environmental impact as it continues to expand its digital infrastructure.
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