Google To Build RM651 Million Water Project For Its Data Centre In Negeri Sembilan
The tech giant aims to replenish more water than it consumes while supporting its growing cloud ambitions.
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Google is set to build a water infrastructure for its upcoming data centre in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan
According to Google, the initiative will support both local community needs and operations at its planned data centre in Springhill Industrial Park, Port Dickson.
The project involves constructing an off-river storage reservoir and a dedicated water treatment plant along the Linggi River.
Once completed, the facilities will produce 65 million litres of potable water daily for commercial and domestic use.
State engineering firm Gamuda Bhd will lead the construction in partnership with Syarikat Air Negeri Sembilan Sdn Bhd (SAINS) and the state government
Ownership will eventually transfer to the statutory body, Menteri Besar Negeri Sembilan (Incorporated) (MBINS).
The project is designed to serve a dual purpose for the surrounding neighbourhood.
Beyond supplying water for the data centre, the off-river reservoir will capture excess rainfall and river runoff to help reduce regional flood risks. During drier periods, the plant is expected to draw from these stored reserves to maintain water supplies for nearby households without depleting the natural river flow.
Google has pledged to bear the full cost of its campus electricity consumption, along with direct connection costs to the national power grid
The tech giant's director and head of global infrastructure and energy for Asia-Pacific, Drew Byrnes, said the initiative supports Google's global target to restore 120% of the freshwater it consumes.
"We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with the state government and local partners from construction through to long-term operations to deliver lasting value for the local workforce and community," Byrnes said.
Local officials see the Port Dickson hub as an economic booster
According to The Edge Malaysia, Invest Negeri Sembilan chief executive officer Datuk Najmuddin Sharif Sarimon said the site anchors the state's transition towards high-value digital manufacturing. Beyond server halls, Google's roadmap covers technical training schemes designed to build regional talent.
"We value Google's responsible and forward-looking approach, from the strategic selection of its development site to its commitments toward water infrastructure, power infrastructure upgrades, and the creation of new skilling and employment opportunities," Najmuddin said.
