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We’re announcing new community investments in Missouri, including the construction of a data center in Montgomery County to support economic growth and energy affordability. This new facility will create nine local jobs for every direct position created.
- The agreement with Ameren ensures we cover our own operational costs by supporting over 500 megawatts of additional capacity development.
- We’ve established a $20 million Energy Impact Fund to help lower utility bills for families through home weatherization and efficiency initiatives, contributing to energy affordability in the region.
- To prepare Missourians for skilled roles, we are funding local workforce programs like Construction Laborers and Contractors Joint Training Fund of Eastern Missouri, which provides training opportunities for new construction laborers and apprentices in Montgomery County.
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### Takeaways
– **Economic Growth**: The new data center will generate nine jobs per direct position, contributing to the economic engine of Missouri.
– **Energy Affordability**: A $20 million Energy Impact Fund supports initiatives aimed at lowering utility bills for families through home improvements and efficiency measures.
– **Workforce Development**: Investments in local workforce programs ensure that residents have access to training opportunities necessary for emerging jobs in data center operations.
Originally published at blog.google. Curated by AI Maestro.
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