FORT WAYNE, IND. (WOWO) Google announced Wednesday that its new Fort Wayne data center is now operational, marking a major milestone just one year after breaking ground. The company detailed a series of energy, water, and workforce initiatives ahead of a community forum scheduled for this evening.
The facility is now part of Google’s global data-center network that powers services such as Gemini, Gmail, Search, Maps, and Google Cloud. Indiana clients include the Indiana Department of Transportation.
Google Data Center Public Affairs Manager Broderick Green said the company aims to ensure the project benefits both its workforce and the surrounding community. “Google is focused on ensuring this project translates into career-defining, high-tech jobs and making the necessary investments that ensure a successful relationship with the Fort Wayne community,” Green said. “We are appreciative of the open dialogue with the community and Fort Wayne leadership.”
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