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Google says it can build data centers the right way. Some experts and residents are skeptical

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Google says its Minnesota AI data center will add clean energy to the grid and protect ratepayers. Experts question whether grid upgrades are needed.

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  1. 2026-10-19 12:00 · CNBC Technology
    Google says it can build data centers the right way. Some experts and residents are skeptical

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