Microsoft completes construction on first datacenter facility in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin

Village of Mount Pleasant, Wis. - June 23, 2026 - Microsoft Corp. on Tuesday announced that it has completed construction of its first datacenter facility in the Village of Mount Pleasant, after bringing equipment online and conducting startup activities in April. The facility is now fully operational, marking a major milestone in the company's ongoing investment in Southeast Wisconsin.

Announced in May 2024, this facility was completed ahead of schedule thanks to nearly 10,000 construction workers who contributed to its development over the past two years. Currently, there are nearly 550 full-time employees on-site supporting this first facility. Microsoft and its contractors are actively hiring and expect this number will continue to grow over time.

"With our Fairwater datacenter now fully operational, Wisconsin is now home to the world's most powerful supercomputer," said Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President, Microsoft. "This campus will help power the next generation of AI innovation globally and provide long-term economic opportunity locally through hundreds of highly skilled jobs and continued investment in the region."

"This is a historic milestone for Mount Pleasant and all of Racine County as we become home to one of the most advanced technology campuses in the world," said David DeGroot, Village President, Village of Mount Pleasant. "Microsoft's decision to invest here elevates our community into a destination for innovation and advancement. As this campus continues to grow, it will create lasting opportunities for residents, strengthen our regional economy and help position Wisconsin for long-term success."

Microsoft estimates that the company will have spent $4.7 billion between 2024 and 2028 locally on hyperscale construction in Wisconsin. The company has directly purchased from 29 businesses across 11 Wisconsin counties, with ripple effects reaching many more local companies through supplier networks, subcontracting, logistics and related service needs. Direct purchases include construction suppliers in Racine County, contractors and steel fabricators in Outagamie and Marathon Counties, electrical equipment manufacturers in Rock and Columbia Counties, and machinery manufacturers in La Crosse County.

Construction of Microsoft's second facility in Mount Pleasant immediately adjacent to the first is ongoing. Current work includes foundation installation, steel erection and underground utility placement. This facility is scheduled to be completed in 2028. When the second facility is fully operational, the company expects that the number of full-time employees in the Village will grow to around 800, with the expansion to the north representing hundreds more.

"I'm very proud of the work our members have done to build this facility," said Michael Ervin, organizing director of Operating Engineers Local 139. "Since day one, they have helped build it safely, professionally and with pride in their craft. This isn't an ordinary construction project - our members are getting the chance to work on some of the most advanced infrastructure, and those skills and experiences will stay with them throughout their careers."

The company remains committed to being a good neighbor in Southeast Wisconsin and working closely with local and state partners as it assesses continued growth in the region. Microsoft's Community-First AI Infrastructure commitment continues to guide the company's Wisconsin datacenter development, ensuring AI infrastructure is developed in partnership with local communities and delivers jobs, economic investment and shared local benefits.

Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT" @microsoft) creates platforms and tools powered by AI to deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers. The technology company is committed to making AI available broadly and doing so responsibly, with a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

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