OpenAI, Oracle and Related Digital plan 1GW data centre campus

Core Insights - OpenAI, Oracle, and Related Digital are collaborating to build a large-scale data center campus in Saline Township, Michigan, aimed at enhancing Stargate capacity across the US [1][2] - The project is part of a multi-billion dollar commitment to provide 4.5GW of additional Stargate infrastructure for AI workloads [2] - The campus will feature a closed-loop cooling system to manage water usage efficiently, aligning it with standard office facilities [2] Project Details - The proposed campus will span 250 acres and consist of three single-storey buildings, each covering 550,000 square feet [2] - Power will be supplied by DTE Energy, supplemented by a new battery storage system financed by the project [3] - The project is expected to create over 2,500 union construction jobs during its construction phase [3] Economic Impact - Once operational, the project is projected to generate over 450 onsite roles through Related Digital and Oracle, along with 1,500 positions in Washtenaw County for ancillary operations [4] - The development is anticipated to create thousands of indirect jobs throughout Michigan and nationwide [5] - The project aims to strengthen domestic supply chains and enhance economic opportunities related to AI [6] Environmental Considerations - The campus, referred to as 'The Barn', will maintain a historic red barn at its entrance and aims for LEED certification [5] - The build plan includes minimum setbacks of 75 feet from the road and visual screening features [5] Construction Management - Walbridge, a Detroit-based construction firm with over a century of experience, has been appointed as the general contractor for the project [5]