Google to invest $1.5 billion more in Jackson County data center campus, adding energy and education initiatives
Google is investing an additional $1.5 billion in its data center campus located in Jackson County, Alabama, specifically in Bridgeport. This expansion, planned for 2026 and 2027, includes new energy affordability and community education initiatives. The project is seen as a boost to local jobs and the tax base.
Google announced a significant new investment of $1.5 billion into its data center campus in Jackson County, Alabama, specifically located in Bridgeport. This expansion is slated to occur across 2026 and 2027, further extending the company's operations in the region. The investment will also encompass new initiatives focused on energy affordability and community education.
House Speaker Nathanial Ledbetter lauded the investment, characterizing it as an investment in the people of Alabama. He highlighted its role in supporting local jobs, strengthening the tax base, and enhancing Alabama's competitiveness in the modern digital economy.
Google stated its commitment to powering its data center operations with 100 percent renewable energy. The company initially commenced operations at the site in 2019, repurposing the location of TVA's (Tennessee Valley Authority) retired Widows Creek coal plant. As part of this latest investment, Google is also allocating over half a million dollars to fund STEM education kits within the Jackson County School District.