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Finland opens criminal investigation into Google data center forest clearing

Finnish police have launched a criminal investigation into Google's local subsidiary over its AI data center project, citing ambiguities and shortcomings in drainage and water management after 330 hectares of forest were cleared.

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Timeline · 3 reports

  1. 2026-10-30 18:00 · TechRadar AI
    After Google cleared 330 hectares of forest for an AI data center, Finland has launched a criminal investigation into 'ambiguities and ‌shortcomings in the drainage and water management'
  2. 2026-10-30 18:00 · TechRadar AI
    Criminal investigation launched into Google's Finnish data center project
  3. 2026-10-30 10:40 · Tom's Hardware
    Google hit with criminal probe over unapproved AI data center deforestation

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