Council Bluffs, Iowa

  • Welcome

    Google is proud to call Iowa one of our data center homes.

    In 2007, we announced plans to construct a data center complex in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Then in 2012 and 2015, we announced expansions of our local data center facilities. Over time, we've invested $5 billion and have established a long-term commitment to the region and state. Now a fully operational site, we've created jobs for over 900 people on site, in a variety of full-time and external supplier roles, including computer technicians, engineers, various food services, maintenance, and security. We work hard to support the communities in which our employees live and work.

    Since 2009, we've invested more than $3 million in local schools and nonprofits. Additionally, in 2011, we partnered with the City of Council Bluffs to launch a free WiFi network for everyone in and around Council Bluffs, the BLink-Bluffs Free Community WiFi program.

    Why did Google choose Council Bluffs?

    Council Bluffs has the right combination of energy infrastructure, developable land, and available workforce for the data center.

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    Where do I get more information?

    For community-related questions, please email
    [email protected]

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    [email protected].

    For answers to frequently asked questions, see our FAQ.

    Related sites

    Sustainability

    Learn more about Google's environmental initiatives and our quest to operate on 24/7 carbon-free energy, everywhere, by 2030.

    Economic impact report

    Read how Google Data Centers support the economy in Iowa.

    Podcast: Where the Internet Lives

    Learn about the fascinating world of data centers in this podcast that explores the technology, people, and places that make the internet run.

    The magic behind the cloud

    See how Google Data Centers keep the internet up and running while supporting our communities.

    The Data Center Mural Project

    Artist Gary Kelley illustrated a series of monotype images on the outside of our Council Bluffs data center that cataloged the history of the city.

  • Working Here

    WE'RE HIRING!

    Google hires the most qualified individuals from around the world. We make it a priority to hire from the local community whenever possible because it’s good for business and the right thing to do.

    We also seek to contract with local vendors whenever possible. If you are a vendor or are interested in providing a service to Google, please learn more on our supplier help website. You may also want to complete the Supplier Diversity Registration of Interest form.

    Find available positions at our data center
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  • Community
    • About Community

      In the community

      At Google, we’re committed to playing a positive role in every community in which we operate around the world. Through investments and local initiatives that utilize our tools and expertise, we’re working to help businesses, educational institutions, community collaboratives, nonprofits, and individuals create and thrive in a sustainable, knowledge-based economy. We are always on the lookout for opportunities for Googlers to share their time and expertise with the local community.

      Google's community contributions by the numbers:
      $2.5 billion: Investment in Council Bluffs since the data center was built in 2007.
      $3 million: Total invested in nonprofits and schools in Iowa since 2009.
      50%: Percent less energy consumed at Google facilities, compared to a typical data center.

    • In Community

      Partnerships and events

      Google works with local organizations to sponsor several community events each year, from promoting science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education to helping small businesses get online.
    • Community Grants

      Community investments

      Google’s community investment program supports organizations and initiatives that focus on issues we’re passionate about, including education, sustainability, access to the internet and technology, economic growth, health and science, and the arts.

      Learn more about our Data Center Community Investment Program, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

    • Environment

      Green initiatives

      Google is committed to making the internet better for the environment. We welcome proposals from data center communities that reduce carbon emissions in the immediate region, including projects that increase the renewable energy mix powering our data centers. Applicants can be nonprofit or for-profit entrepreneurs. We look for low generation cost, innovation, and total carbon reduction. Please submit proposals to [email protected].