Google, Entergy keeping energy rate contract secret for $4 billion West Memphis project

A Google data center campus, estimated to cost $4 billion, is currently under construction in West Memphis, Arkansas. Despite the significant investment, details about the project, especially the energy rate contract between Google and Arkansas' largest power utility, Entergy, are being kept from the public. The lack of transparency is attributed to Google, the state's elected leaders, and economic development officials. A file photo from October 2, 2025, depicts construction equipment at the site, confirming the ongoing development. The report highlights concerns about the limited public knowledge regarding such a major economic development.