Google to develop Michigan data center with energy-first plan

Google has announced plans to develop a new data center in DTE Energy’s service territory in Michigan.

• Main announcement: Google will develop a new data center in DTE Energy’s Michigan service territory, is evaluating a site in Van Buren Township, and has agreed a Clean Capacity Acceleration Agreement with DTE to add 2.7 gigawatts (GW) of new grid resources (solar, advanced storage, demand flexibility). Google will fully cover its electricity costs and infrastructure needs and will launch a $10 million Energy Impact Fund to support energy affordability initiatives.
• Background and implementation details: The Clean Capacity Acceleration Agreement uses the same structure as the Clean Transition Tariff; the $10 million fund will support home weatherization, household efficiency technology innovations, and energy workforce development; Google will kick off a funding application process for local organizations and has committed to a responsible water use assessment to guide cooling decisions.