Microsoft secures long-term power from NiSource for Indiana data center
Microsoft will buy power from Indiana utility NiSource for two decades to support a data center it plans to build in the state. The contract starts in 2028.
The announced arrangement ties Microsoft to NiSource for 20 years, with the contract starting in 2028, to serve a planned Indiana data center. It reflects how large computing facilities depend on long-term electricity supplies, a key consideration as technology companies expand digital infrastructure.
The agreement could affect Indiana electricity customers and nearby communities. A 20-year power contract may influence how the utility plans supplies and costs, potentially affecting rates or reliability, though the outcome is uncertain. Local residents might see economic activity from the planned data center, while environmental and grid effects may depend on how the electricity is produced. Microsoft, NiSource, and regulators also have stakes.