Google has announced a major clean energy initiative in Michigan, signing a 20-year deal with DTE Energy to develop 2.7 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity. The agreement combines solar power and battery storage to support a new data center and surrounding communities.

The planned Michigan data center is expected to consume 1GW of power, with the remaining 1.7GW directed to local households and businesses, supporting grid modernization and cleaner electricity in a state historically reliant on coal.

As part of the initiative, Google is introducing a $10 million Energy Impact Fund, aimed at improving energy affordability. Projects include home weatherization, household efficiency technologies, and workforce development in the energy sector. The company will also cover costs for upgrading infrastructure and electricity delivery to the campus.

While a final site has not been confirmed, Van Buren Township, west of Detroit, is under consideration. The data center is expected to become operational in late 2027 or 2028.

The project represents one of the largest clean energy commitments tied to a single Google data center and underscores the company’s broader efforts to expand renewable energy usage while supporting local communities.

Source: msn.com