A debate took place regarding data center transparency and the use of resources, involving Microsoft and the Alliance for the Great Lakes.
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Updated May 28
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What happened
A debate took place regarding data center transparency and the use of resources, involving Microsoft and the Alliance for the Great Lakes.
Who's involved
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Microsoft is investing $20 billion in data centers located in the Great Lakes region, subject to the Great Lakes Compact.Sub-event
Debate over data center transparency and resource use involving Microsoft and the Alliance for the Great Lakes.1 source
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The entities involved
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Microsoft
American multinational technology corporation
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Alliance for the Great Lakes
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