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News ClipKAXE·Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN

Public comments open on updated review of proposed Hermantown data center

Hermantown has opened public comments on an updated environmental review for a proposed Google data center campus, which has a smaller geographic footprint. The project has faced scrutiny from residents and environmental groups over environmental impacts, leading to a prior hiatus and a lawsuit filed by environmental groups. Google has also reached an agreement with Minnesota Power to power the facility with 700 MW of new clean energy.

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Google

3/31/2026

News Clipfox21online.com·Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN

Minnesota Power presents details on proposed data center deal

Minnesota Power presented its agreement with Google for a proposed data center in Hermantown, detailing plans for renewable energy and infrastructure costs. The deal still requires approval from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, while some residents express environmental concerns and push for a full environmental review.

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Google

3/18/2026

News ClipWDIO News·Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN

Hermantown to restart environmental review on proposed data center site

The city of Hermantown, Minnesota is restarting an environmental review process for a proposed data center project by Google. While supporters cite economic benefits, critics have raised concerns about environmental impacts and the proposed location in a residential area. The city council discussed the project during a recent meeting, where they announced plans for a new environmental study that will take about 7 months and allow for public input.

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Google

3/17/2026

News ClipTwin Cities Business·Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN

Minnesota Power Generates Future Plans Despite Controversy

Minnesota Power, the Duluth-based electric utility, announced plans for new solar and transmission line projects despite ongoing controversies around a proposed Google data center in Hermantown. The data center has faced public opposition, with some states considering moratoriums on such facilities. Minnesota Power said Google would help fund clean energy projects as part of the data center proposal. The article also discusses concerns about data centers' high electricity usage and their potential impact on consumer utility bills.

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Google

3/11/2026

News Clip4:18WDIO·Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN

After months of wondering: It's Google

Google has announced it is the company behind a proposed data center in Hermantown, Minnesota, generating excitement among local leaders who see it as an opportunity to expand the tax base and support essential services. However, some residents and groups have raised concerns about the project's impact. Google also announced an electric service agreement with Minnesota Power to develop 700 megawatts of new clean energy resources.

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Google

3/4/2026