Google Invests £5 Billion in Waltham Cross Data Centre, Boosting UK Digital Infrastructure and Communities
Tech giant Google has invested £5 billion in opening a new data centre in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, UK. The facility aims to meet growing demand for AI-powered services like Google Cloud, Workspace, Search, and Maps. The company has also pledged to support local communities and charities through various initiatives.
Google's new data centre will not only boost the region's digital infrastructure but also bring economic benefits. The company plans to establish a Community Fund, managed by Broxbourne Council, to support local economic development. Councilor Corina Gander, Leader of Broxbourne Council, welcomed the news, expressing delight at Google's choice to open the centre in the borough.
In addition to its economic impact, Google is committed to supporting local communities. It will directly support local charities and social enterprises, providing skills and employment opportunities. The company is also part of an industry group aiming to equip 7.5 million students and workers with digital skills by 2030. Google has already trained over 1 million people in the UK over the past decade. Locally, Google supports organizations like CHEXS, Community Alliance Broxbourne & East Herts, Hertfordshire Community Foundation, and SPACE Hertfordshire.
Google's new data centre in Waltham Cross is set to bring significant investment and digital infrastructure to Hertfordshire. Alongside this, Google's commitment to supporting local communities through skills training, employment opportunities, and economic development initiatives will have a lasting positive impact on the region.
