Google has committed more than $500 million to water, wastewater, and water reuse infrastructure in communities where it operates or plans data centers. The investment forms part of a broader water stewardship strategy as demand for data center capacity continues to grow alongside the expansion of artificial intelligence and cloud computing services.
The funding will support projects that improve local water systems and increase long-term supply reliability. Investments include water reuse facilities, utility infrastructure upgrades, and leak detection programs. Google said it has already committed the funding through partnerships with local utilities and water providers across its data center markets.
The company also announced $17 million for new water stewardship projects in seven states. The projects include wetland restoration in Georgia and Missouri, floodplain restoration in Minnesota, green infrastructure improvements in Michigan, agricultural conservation efforts in Iowa, water leak detection in Omaha, Nebraska, and water infrastructure initiatives in Texas.
Google said it aims to replenish more water than its facilities consume by 2030. The company reported replenishing more than 7 billion gallons of water in 2025 through existing projects. It currently supports 165 water stewardship projects across 97 watersheds and expects those initiatives to replenish more than 19 billion gallons annually by 2030.
The company also plans to expand the use of alternative water sources at its facilities. In Douglas County, Georgia, Google has partnered with the local water and sewer authority to use treated wastewater for data center cooling.