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Microsoft has started building its first data center in Bergheim, Germany, which is anticipated to create 2500 jobs. The construction area spans approximately 30 football fields, with earth being excavated and transported away.

The investment has generated excitement among local towns, as they hope to attract digital economy firms to the region. A symbolic groundbreaking ceremony took place with local mayors in attendance. Microsoft also received construction permits for additional data centers in Bedburg and plans for Elsdorf Heppendorf, with the first facility set to be completed by 2028.