Google kicks off $20B renewable energy building spree to power AI | TechCrunch

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News Summary
- Google is working with partners to build gigawatts of renewable power, battery storage, and grid upgrades to power its data centers
- The investment in renewable power will run about $20 billion, and Intersect is already financing the first project
- The deal also includes an $800 million equity investment in Intersect Power
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