According to suspicion, several hundred hectares of forest have been cleared in Finland to build the Google data center, the police are investigating.

Finnish police are investigating Google for potential environmental violations related to deforestation for a data center in Northern Finland. Reports indicate that Tuike Finland, a Google subsidiary, cleared 330 hectares of forest in Muhos without completing required environmental assessments. Concerns have arisen regarding drainage and water management practices at the construction site. Additionally, environmental permits for another planned center in Otanmäki were halted due to similar issues. The Finnish government has previously supported these investments, citing long-term benefits. Finland's political stability and ample land make it attractive for tech companies to build data centers.