Google and Intersect Power have commenced construction at the Meitner Energy Center, where the companies will colocate a data center alongside new energy generation in Gray and Roberts Counties, Texas.
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The project will comprise a data center alongside more than a gigawatt of wind, solar, and battery storage systems. According to the companies, by colocating the assets, the data center will come online at the same time as the generation assets, ensuring that the data center's power demands are met, without requiring excess power from the grid.
The data center will use advanced air-cooling technology to limit water consumption to small-scale domestic uses, such as restrooms.
“Our newest investment in Gray County deepens our partnership with Texas — a state that continues to lead with innovation and vision,” said Andrew Hart, regional head of Data Center Public Affairs, Google. “We are excited to become a part of the community. More than just building a data center, our goal is to be a good neighbor, which starts on day one by investing in local priorities, protecting water and energy resources, and working with residents to build a strong future together.”
