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Since we converted a former paper mill in Hamina into a data center 15 years ago, Finland has been a vital hub for Google. Today, we\u2019re deepening that commitment with a \u20ac13 billion investment in digital infrastructure, clean energy projects and economic partnerships across Finland over the next two years, to help meet growing demand for Google\u2019s core services \u2014 such as Search, Maps, and Gemini \u2014 that people and businesses rely on every day.<\/p>\n
Throughout our 15-year history in Hamina, we have supported more than 40 social and community organizations in Hamina while pioneering environmental initiatives such as a seawater-based cooling system and offsite heat recovery distribution to local homes and businesses. From 2023 to 2025 alone, Google\u2019s presence in Hamina supported an ecosystem of more than 600 Finnish suppliers across construction, operations, and network fiber that has created a multiplier effect for the economy. The Hamina data center currently supports a variety of jobs, from computer technicians, to electrical and mechanical engineers, to security staff, to catering, to facilities management, and more.<\/p>\n
Today\u2019s announcement, our largest single investment in Europe, will provide a significant boost to the Finnish economy. During the initial construction phase in 2027 and 2028, over 37,000 jobs nationwide will be supported and will contribute \u20ac3.6 billion annually to Finland\u2019s GDP. Once fully operational, the new facilities will support thousands of permanent jobs, ranging from engineers to security and catering staff.<\/p>\n
We’re also investing \u20ac31 million into local communities In Hamina, Kajaani, Muhos, and Vaala over the next four years to support education and economic growth. This includes teaming up with local colleges to offer AI upskilling programs for more than 4,400 workers and creating new training opportunities for 100 Finnish students for future data center careers.<\/p>\n
As we grow, we are partnering on a portfolio of solutions that are aligned with our commitments to keep energy affordable for consumers and invest in clean energy. We\u2019re taking steps to further support Finland\u2019s grid by signing a 22-year agreement to support the life extension of the Loviisa nuclear power plant, adding new onshore wind capacity, and contracting for a new 94-megawatt battery system to help stabilize prices during cold, windless periods.<\/p>\n
Finally, we want to support the local environment. We\u2019re funding projects to regenerate native forests and wetlands near our sites, and building accessible recreational trails, public saunas, and fishing piers for the community to enjoy.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re excited to build the next chapter of digital innovation, right here in Finland.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n