Amazon and Google announced data center projects in Montgomery County, facing local opposition from community members like Harry Cope.
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Updated oct 24
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Amazon and Google announced data center projects in Montgomery County, facing local opposition from community members like Harry Cope.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.County officials support Amazon's expansion plans for data centers, while Google develops a campus.1 source
- Amazon is building a data center in New Florence, while Google has a separate project nearby. Local opposition, including Bill Cope, is involved regarding tax abatements.Sub-event
Amazon and Google announce data center projects in Missouri, facing local opposition and political scrutiny.1 source
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The entities involved
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Amazon
American multinational technology company
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Google
American multinational technology company, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc.
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