Google confirms a $9B investment in Oklahoma to build new AI and cloud data centers, expanding digital infrastructure and creating jobs.
Google Confirms $9 Billion Investment for AI Data Center Project
As of Wednesday, August 13, 2025, Google announced plans to invest $9 billion in new AI and cloud data centers in Oklahoma. The project includes the construction of a new facility in Stillwater and the expansion of its existing operations in Pryor.
Company executives said the initiative is designed to strengthen digital infrastructure, support the growing demand for AI services, and create long-term opportunities in the region.
Expanding AI and Cloud Infrastructure
The investment marks one of Google’s largest infrastructure commitments in the United States. The Stillwater campus will be developed in phases, while the Pryor facility already a key hub will receive upgrades to expand its capacity.
The project is expected to generate thousands of construction jobs and expand full-time roles once operations are complete. Officials highlighted that the facilities will play a central role in powering Google cloud computing and AI-driven products.
Workforce and Education Programs
Alongside the data center expansion, Google will partner with local universities and community organizations to develop training initiatives. Programs will focus on preparing students and workers for roles in technology, engineering, and skilled trades.
A key part of the plan involves growing the state’s electrical workforce to support the scale of these operations. Training partnerships are being set up to help meet the increased demand for electricians and other technical specialists.
Economic and Environmental Impact
Oklahoma leaders noted that the project will bring significant economic growth to the state. Google’s investments have already contributed billions to local development, and the new expansion is expected to build on that momentum.
The company also emphasized its commitment to sustainability, pointing to efforts to match energy use with renewable sources and reduce the environmental footprint of large-scale data operations.
What Comes Next
Construction on the Stillwater site is expected to begin soon, with the first phase projected to be completed within two years. Expansion work in Pryor will run in parallel.
Details are still emerging as of mid-August 2025, but Google confirmed that both facilities will become central pillars of its global AI and cloud network.
