Google announced on Monday that it will invest $1.7 billion to expand its data center infrastructure in Texas, as the tech giant ramps up support for its growing AI and cloud computing services. The investment will focus on the development of new facilities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and the expansion of its existing site in Midlothian.
The company said this move is essential to meet increasing demand for Google Cloud services, AI-driven enterprise tools, and its internal computing needs, including those tied to Gemini, Google’s flagship AI platform. As part of the announcement, Google revealed that construction has already begun on the new campuses and will continue into 2026.
Ben Gomes, Google’s SVP of Technical Infrastructure, said, “Texas has become a central hub for innovation and growth. Our investment here not only strengthens our digital backbone but also reflects our commitment to long-term partnerships with communities and businesses across the region.”
The project is expected to create over 1,200 new jobs in the state during the construction phase, with several hundred permanent positions in operations, engineering, and facilities management once the data centers are fully online.
Google also emphasized sustainability as a priority for the buildout. The new sites will be powered by renewable energy from local solar and wind sources, aligning with the company’s broader goal of operating entirely on carbon-free energy by 2030.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott welcomed the investment, calling it “a major win for the Texas economy and a vote of confidence in our skilled workforce and pro-business climate.”
This move is part of a larger trend among tech companies pouring billions into U.S.-based data infrastructure as artificial intelligence tools become central to enterprise and consumer products. Google has made similar recent investments in Virginia, Ohio, and Georgia.