Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) announced plans on Wednesday to invest US$15 billion into infrastructure projects across Missouri, including the construction of a new data centre in New Florence, located in Montgomery County.
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe said the investment highlights the state’s increasing importance as a hub for technology and innovation. He added that the project is expected to generate employment opportunities while also benefiting local businesses and surrounding communities.
Google said it has already secured agreements to bring more than one gigawatt of new power generation capacity to Missouri.
The company also stated that, through its partnership with Ameren, it is supporting the development of more than 500 megawatts of additional energy capacity across the state.