GoKawiilGoogle commits €13bn to Finland, secures nuclear power for AI data centres
Google announced a record €13bn investment in Finland to build three new data centres, expand its existing Hamina facility, and support energy infrastructure for AI growth. As part of the deal, Google signed a 22-year agreement with Fortum to purchase up to half the electricity output from the Loviisa nuclear plant.
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The deal underscores how AI's massive power demands are pushing tech giants toward long-term nuclear contracts to guarantee reliable, low-carbon electricity. Finland's cold climate and clean grid have made it a magnet for hyperscale data centre investment, following TikTok's similar announcement days earlier, positioning the country as a European hub for AI infrastructure.
- Google's €13bn Finland investment is its largest single commitment in Europe.
- The 22-year Fortum nuclear power deal secures up to 50% of Loviisa plant output for Google.
- Construction in 2027-2028 is projected to support over 37,000 jobs and add €3.6bn yearly to Finland's GDP.
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