Google announced plans to develop data center campus in Botetourt County

Google has announced plans to develop a new data center campus in Botetourt County, Virginia. The tech giant stated its commitment to responsibly building digital infrastructure, focusing on water stewardship, collaborative construction, and significant investment in the local community and workforce. Officials in Botetourt County confirmed that the planned data center campus will be located at the Botetourt Center at Greenfield. Amber Tillman, Google's Head of Data Center Public Affairs, North America, articulated the company's holistic approach to development, which includes taking full responsibility for required infrastructure, investing in the local workforce, and supporting regional grid reliability. The county revealed that Google purchased approximately 312 acres for $14 million in June 2025 and has committed an additional $4 million to support county initiatives over the next five years. County leaders anticipate that the project will generate at least $10 million annually in local tax revenue, which could fund essential services like schools and public safety. A county official, Larrowe, explained that Botetourt was selected as an ideal setting for the project due to its access to power, water, and appropriately zoned industrial land. Sarah Baumgardener of the Western Virginia Water Authority confirmed ongoing collaboration with Google on a long-range water supply study, funded by Google, and a new water source, funded by Botetourt County, to ensure water availability through the 2060 timeframe.