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  Governor Morrisey Announces Google Data Center Project in Putnam County

March 27, 2026

*CHARLESTON, W.Va*. - Governor Patrick Morrisey today announced that
Google, one of the world’s most innovative tech companies, has purchased
land in Putnam County and received approval for a multibillion-dollar
High Impact Data Center Project. This marks an important step in West
Virginia’s efforts to attract major investment, strengthen
infrastructure, and compete for the jobs of the future.

“Google’s decision to come in West Virginia is a strong signal that our
state is competing and winning for the jobs and industries of the
future,” *said Governor Patrick Morrisey*. “This is exactly the kind of
opportunity we are working to bring here - one that creates jobs,
strengthens infrastructure, and positions West Virginia for long-term
growth.”

The project remains in its early stages, and substantial work remains
before additional announcements. Google representatives are expected to
meet with local officials in Putnam County as discussions continue. As
part of the project, Google will be covering 100 percent of the
electricity used to power the facility. Similar Google campuses in other
states have generated thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of
full-time positions, demonstrating the kind of economic impact this
investment can bring.

“I am also pleased to announce that Google has committed to covering all
necessary electrical and water and sewer upgrades associated with this
project, ensuring those costs are not passed on to residential
households,” *Governor Morrisey said*. “Google has further pledged to
replenish more water than it consumes by 2030, targeting 120 percent
replenishment on average across its operations while supporting water
security in the communities where it operates. We are excited about this
partnership between the State of West Virginia and Google.”

West Virginia has taken steps to position itself for projects like this
by providing greater certainty for large-scale development. House Bill
2014 established a clear and predictable framework for data center
projects, ensuring consistency in siting while maintaining existing
environmental protections. That level of certainty is critical in
attracting major private investment.

The state is also advancing its 50 by 50 energy strategy, a long-term
effort to expand West Virginia’s power generation capacity to 50
gigawatts by 2050. This effort is designed to ensure the state has the
reliable, affordable energy needed to support growing demand from
emerging industries like data centers and advanced manufacturing.

“We’re excited to share that Google has purchased land in Putnam County,
West Virginia, for a new data center campus,” said Clay Allsop, Regional
Head of Data Center Public Affairs for Google. “We are early in the
process, and substantial work remains, but we are appreciative of the
strong business environment created by Governor Morrisey to provide a
pathway for projects of this scale. We look forward to continued
partnership with the Governor and local leaders in Putnam County on this
opportunity here in West Virginia.”

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Office of the Governor

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