2015 - Stage Change
Google constructs the second phase between 2011 and 2014, reaching full operations at Google St. Ghislain - DC2 / GBL2 in 2015
- New Stage: Operational
- New Stage: Operational
The Google Saint-Ghislain Campus, including DC2 (site code GBL2), is a significant data center facility located in Saint-Ghislain, Belgium. This campus is recognized for its commitment to technological innovation and sustainability. Key features include the use of chilled water from an industrial canal for server cooling and a solar farm to contribute to power generation, positioning it as a leader in climate-friendly data solutions.
Google has invested over €5 billion in Belgium since 2007 in data centers and infrastructure. The Saint-Ghislain facility was Google's first data center outside the U.S., opening in 2010, with an expansion completed in 2015. Notably, it features Belgium's first battery-based system for replacing generators at a hyperscale data center, promoting a shift to carbon-free energy hours. In 2019, Google collaborated to launch a Data Centre program for facilities maintenance to address industry upskilling needs.
Google has invested over €5 billion in Belgium since 2007 in data centers and infrastructure. The Saint-Ghislain facility was Google's first data center outside the U.S., opening in 2010, with an expansion completed in 2015. Notably, it features Belgium's first battery-based system for replacing generators at a hyperscale data center, promoting a shift to carbon-free energy hours. In 2019, Google collaborated to launch a Data Centre program for facilities maintenance to address industry upskilling needs.
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