Google is integrating 1 gigawatt of "demand response" into its utility contracts in the South and Midwest to make the U.S. power grid more stable and affordable. Demand response involves energy customers adjusting their operations based on the needs of the power grid, offering a potential solution to rapidly growing energy load forecasts. Google's data centers can help balance supply and demand, making electricity systems more affordable and reliable.
https://www.eenews.net/articles/google-boosts-grid-flexibility-in-south-and-midwest/