Google to invest €13 billion in Finland data centers and energy
Google plans to invest at least €13 billion in Finland during 2027–2028 to expand data centers and related infrastructure across Hamina, Kajaani, Muhos and Vaala. The program includes clean energy deals, grid resilience measures, biodiversity projects, community funds and workforce training, and is expected to add about €3.6 billion annually to Finland’s GDP during construction while supporting roughly 37,000 jobs. Energy elements include a 22-year power purchase agreement with Fortum for Loviisa nuclear life extension, 629 MW of new-to-grid onshore wind support and a 94 MW battery storage system due in late 2027.
Google will spend €13 billion in Finland during 2027–2028.
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Google has operated in Finland for more than 15 years, starting with Hamina in 2009. The company will build new sites and energy links in 2027–2028. The energy agreements could enable extended nuclear output and more renewable and storage…
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