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Finnish village attracts Google's major EU investments
A quiet village in northern Finland, with a population of around 8,800 residents, is preparing to welcome a massive investment from Google worth 13 billion euros over the next two years to build large data centers. This investment aims to boost the local economy and create job opportunities, with expectations of employing thousands of workers from various nationalities during the construction phase. This development increases the demand for more housing and services. However, the project raises environmental and legal concerns, particularly regarding the clearing of extensive forests without a comprehensive environmental impact assessment, prompting authorities to investigate. Google insists that the logging activities were conducted in accordance with the law. Finland relies on clean and sufficient energy, which has made it a favored destination for data centers. Yet, this expansion raises questions about the capacity of the electrical grid to handle the growing demand and the potential impact on resources and the environment, especially amid rising debates over sustainability and environmental risks.
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