Google to invest $7 billion in expanding Iowa data center footprint

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.