ENERGY & POWER
OpenAI, Oracle and Vantage Data Centers have jointly announced plans to develop a state-of-the-art data centre campus outside Milwaukee in Port Washington, Wisconsin.
The project, part of the Stargate expansion partnership, will feature four hyperscale data centres delivering nearly a gigawatt of AI capacity when completed in 2028.
With an investment exceeding US $ 15bn, this ambitious campus embodies a leading-edge commitment to sustainable digital infrastructure through comprehensive green energy partnerships, water-positive operations and biodiversity initiatives.
Green energy partnerships drive sustainable power The Lighthouse campus showcases a forward-thinking environmental design aimed at preserving local resources and supporting clean energy growth. Vantage Data Centers is enabling new zero-emission energy generation in Wisconsin, utilising solar, wind and battery storage technologies. 70 % of the generated renewable power capacity is allocated directly to Lighthouse, while 30 % benefits the wider Wisconsin consumer base.
Any energy consumed by the campus from non-renewable sources will be matched with renewable energy purchases annually, achieving a full 100 % zero-emission powered operation.
“ Our investment in Wisconsin reflects the area’ s strong foundation for digital growth to support sustainable AI innovation at scale”
Dana Adams, President, North America, Vantage Data Centers
This integrated energy strategy is supported by a partnership with WEC Energy Group’ s utility We Energies, which is co-developing nearly two gigawatts of new energy infrastructure for the region. Scott Lauber, President and CEO of WEC Energy Group, explains:“ By working with Vantage, we’ re delivering new clean energy for the Lighthouse campus and generating lasting benefits for Wisconsin.
“ Together with Vantage, we are adding nearly two gigawatts of new energy to the grid, 30 % of which will be dedicated to the homes, farms and other businesses we serve today.
“ This unique and thoughtful strategy will deliver growth without raising rates for our other customers, aligning with our shared commitment to reliability, sustainability and a positive community impact.” This guarantees electricity rate stability, shielding other customers from price increases resulting from infrastructure investments.
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