Google may build data center in Salix
Google is reportedly interested in a 900-acre site in Salix, Iowa, for a potential future data center. MidAmerican Energy has informed local residents and leaders about this development, assuring that Google would cover all project-specific infrastructure costs. No rezoning requests or development applications have been filed yet.
Google is reportedly considering a 900-acre site in Salix, Iowa, for the development of a new data center. MidAmerican Energy confirmed that Google has expressed interest in the location.
The utility company has sent letters to residents and local leaders in Salix to ensure transparency regarding the potential project. Officials from MidAmerican Energy have stated that Google would be responsible for covering all project-specific infrastructure costs. This means that customers would not incur higher utility bills to fund the development of the facility or the electricity required to power it.
As of now, no rezoning requests or formal development applications for the data center have been filed with local authorities.