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Google and Xcel Energy Partner to Add 1.9 Gigawatts of Clean Power to Minnesota Grid
Google and Xcel Energy have announced a partnership to bring 1.9 gigawatts of new clean energy capacity to Minnesota's electricity grid. The deal reflects the growing trend of tech giants securing dedicated renewable energy to power data center operations.
Key Takeaways
- Google and Xcel Energy will add 1.9 GW of clean energy to Minnesota's grid
- The deal is one of the largest corporate-utility clean energy partnerships in the Midwest
- New capacity will primarily power Google data centers with excess flowing to the broader grid
- The partnership supports Minnesota's goal of 100% carbon-free electricity by 2040
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