Google ordered to halt data center work in 'Texas of Europe; company admits ‘concerns’

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Finland’s Licensing and Supervision Agency ordered Google to pause data center construction in Muhos and Kajaani until environmental impact assessments are completed. Google said it would comply and highlighted its biodiversity plans, including extensive tree planting.

Google has received an order to halt construction on its data center projects in Muhos and Kajaani. The Finnish Licensing and Supervision Agency has mandated that construction continues only after environmental impact assessments. Google acknowledged the concerns raised and stated that it would comply with the authority's guidance. The company has emphasized its commitment to biodiversity plans, including extensive tree planting.