Google inks another massive solar power deal to electrify its data centers

techcrunch.comPublished: 5/19/2025

Summary

Google has expanded its investment in renewable energy by purchasing an additional 600 megawatts of solar power to support its data centers. This effort is part of a broader deal with EnergyRe, covering projects in South Carolina that total over 16 gigawatts under development. The company's latest commitment aligns with their recent $20 billion investment aimed at powering several gigawatts of data centers, reflecting a strategic push to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to the growing demands of artificial intelligence-driven computing.