The Dalles, Oregon

  • Welcome

    Google is proud to call Oregon home to Google's first owned and operated data center.

    We opened our data center at The Dalles in 2006 — over time investing $1.8 billion in The Dalles and establishing a long-term commitment to the region and state. Now a fully operational site, we've created over 200 total jobs, and we work hard to support the communities in which our employees live and work.

    Since 2008, we’ve awarded over $2 million in grants that impact Wasco County and more than $10 million in grants to Oregon nonprofits and schools in areas that we’re passionate about, including science and technology education, carbon reduction, and access to the internet.

    Why did Google choose The Dalles?

    The Dalles 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
    thedalles@google.com.

    Members of the media, please email
    press@google.com.

    For answers to frequently asked questions, see our FAQ.

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  • 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 provide additional information through our supplier interest form.

    Find available positions at our data center
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    Life at Google Data Centers

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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 grant-making 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:
      $1.8 billion: Investment in The Dalles since the data center was built in 2007.
      $2 million: Total in charitable grants that impact Wasco County schools and nonprofits.
      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 grants

      Since 2008, we’ve awarded over $2 million in grants that impact Wasco County and more than $10 million in grants to Oregon nonprofits and schools in areas that we’re passionate about, including science and technology education, carbon reduction, and access to the internet.

      Learn more about our Data Center Community Grants program, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

    • Environment

      Green initiatives

      Google is also committed to creating a better web that's better for the environment. As part of this effort, we invest heavily in renewable energy. In 2011, we invested over $100 million in the Shepherds Flat Wind Farm in Oregon, which has the capacity to produce 845MW of energy — enough to power more than 235,000 homes.