Google considering new data center project in Lea County, New Mexico

Name: Google considering new data center project in Lea County, New Mexico
Uploaded: 2026-09-17T13:08:39.000Z
Duration: 7 min 7 s
Description: Google is exploring building a data center in Lea County, New Mexico, stating they will cover energy costs and manage water responsibly. Lea County Commissioners are expected to discuss the project, which is currently in its early stages without a final decision.

News Clip7:07KRQE·Lea County, NM·9/17/2026

Google is exploring building a data center in Lea County, New Mexico, stating they will cover energy costs and manage water responsibly. Lea County Commissioners are expected to discuss the project, which is currently in its early stages without a final decision.

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Google is in the early stages of exploring a potential new data center project in Lea County, New Mexico. The company announced its consideration on its website, claiming it would pay for the energy the center uses and manage water consumption responsibly. A spokesperson for Google reiterated that no final decision has been made.

The Lea County Commissioners are expected to discuss the proposed project during an upcoming meeting late next week.