Global Infrastructure SherpaGoogle to develop 'clean energy' colocated data center in Wilbarger County, Texas
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Google to develop 'clean energy' colocated data center in Wilbarger County, Texas. Set to be powered by onsite 'clean energy' developed by AES
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Google
Google is active as both an offtaker and buyer, securing 7 verified deals, including nearly 1.2 GW of carbon-free energy via PPAs with Clearway. The company's clean energy investments span solar in Malaysia, offshore wind in Germany, and battery storage in the USA, with a strategic partnership in fusion energy. Google also partners in data center development, indicating a focus on powering its infrastructure with clean energy sources.
AES
The AES Corporation is a global power company providing sustainable energy solutions through a diverse portfolio of thermal and renewable generation facilities and distribution businesses. They focus on accelerating the future of energy by delivering cleaner, more reliable energy solutions.
Elisa Industriq's Gridle
Elisa Industriq's Gridle focuses on providing solutions for smart grids and energy management, enabling efficient and sustainable energy distribution and consumption. They offer advanced technologies and services to optimize grid performance and integrate renewable energy sources.
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Google's announced development of a 'clean energy' colocated data center in Wilbarger County, Texas, in partnership with AES and Elisa Industriq's Gridle, signifies a continued trend of hyperscale data center operators prioritizing sustainable energy solutions. AES will provide onsite 'clean energy' generation, while Elisa Industriq's Gridle, specializing in smart grid and energy management, likely plays a role in optimizing energy distribution and efficiency within the data center. This project underscores the growing importance of colocation facilities powered by renewable energy sources, driven by both corporate sustainability goals and increasing demand for environmentally responsible data storage and processing.
- Google is developing a 'clean energy' colocated data center in Wilbarger County, Texas.
- AES will provide onsite 'clean energy' for the data center.
- Elisa Industriq's Gridle will likely provide smart grid and energy management solutions.
- Google has a track record of securing carbon-free energy through PPAs.
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Google to develop 'clean energy' colocated data center in Wilbarger County, Texas
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24 Feb 2026
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