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Van Buren Township · Wayne County
Michigan approves DTE power contracts for Google's 1-GW Van Buren campus
What changed
The Michigan Public Service Commission conditionally approved DTE Electric's special contracts for Google's proposed Van Buren Township data center. Reported protections include an 80% minimum billing demand and a payment guarantee covering at least 15 years. Local site-plan action remains separate.
Changed Oct 1, 2026 99% confidence 1 public source
Why it matters
This is the week's largest verified load commitment and establishes a ratepayer-protection structure for a new 1-GW campus.
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