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Micron’s plans to bring leading-edge memory manufacturing to New York

Plans for up to $100 billion investment in a New York megafab, including up to four fabs.

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About the project

Micron’s domestic manufacturing investments will help ensure U.S. leadership in memory development and manufacturing, underpinning a national supply chain and R&D ecosystem.  

In New York, Micron plans to invest in up to four fabs, to be built over the next 20-plus years with potential investment up to $100 billion.

Micron anticipates all of its U.S. investments will be eligible for the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC), and the company has already secured support at the local, state and federal level. This includes up to $6.4 billion in CHIPS Act direct funding to support the construction of two Idaho fabs and two New York fabs, as well as the expansion and modernization of its Virginia fab. The state of New York has also made up to $5.5 billion available in GREEN CHIPS incentives over the life of the project.

Micron expects to begin ground preparation in New York later this year and continue construction activities following completion of state and federal environmental review processes.

Micron announces community and workforce commitments

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Recent announcements

Welcome to New York: Micron selects an office location as megafab progresses

Micron, MOST announce opening of ‘DECONSTRUCTED: Semiconductors and Other Secrets Inside Everyday Technology’​

Governor Hochul and Micron announce members of Community Engagement Committee to advise on nation-leading semiconductor project​

Micron, National Science Foundation and Schumer announce new workforce development collaborations​

What the community is saying

“Micron’s new agreement with the federal government — including major new investments in U.S. semiconductor manufacturing — reaffirms its strong commitment to the Clay, New York project.  Micron’s announcement proves that strategic investment, strong partnerships at every level of government, and bipartisan leadership can drive American progress. I look forward to continuing my work on infrastructure, workforce development, and community investments that will bring the Clay project to completion — and deliver on the promise of a stronger, more secure future for Central New York and the nation.”

 

Representative John W. Mannion

“Congratulations to the Administration and Micron Technology on the announcement to further expand their investment into the semiconductor industry right here in America! I had the opportunity to speak directly with Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra, who reaffirmed their commitment to investing $100 billion right here in Onondaga County to build 4 fabs and create over 50,000 direct and community jobs. Our partners all across Central New York — including our friends in labor, higher education and not for profits — have already made tremendous progress towards creating the workforce ecosystem that Micron will need to be successful. We look forward to completing the comprehensive environmental review and breaking ground later this year on this historic investment!”

 

Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon

Update: Draft Environmental Impact Statement

Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA) has released the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS) for Micron’s New York megafab project. The Draft EIS can be accessed at the OCIDA website. Additionally, the lead agencies will hold a public hearing on July 24 to receive public comments.

Past events

Micron hosted an open house on Aug. 1, 2023 for the public to learn more about the upcoming environmental review process for Micron’s planned New York project.

Project presentation

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On Mar. 19, 2024, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) hosted a public scoping meeting to solicit public comments on Micron's proposal to construct and operate a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Clay, NY.

Project presentation

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Location

Micron’s New York cleanroom space is the largest ever announced in the U.S. Micron’s Central New York site could eventually include four 600,000 square foot cleanrooms, accounting for a total of 2.4 million square feet of cleanroom space.

Micron is thrilled to build this new megafab in New York, making the Empire State the location of the biggest leading-edge memory site in the U.S.

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About Micron Technology, Inc.

We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and (AI) and compute-intensive applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.

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Frequently asked questions

State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA)

In 2022, Micron announced plans to invest up to $100 billion in four fabs in Clay, New York, to be built over the next 20-plus years. Micron anticipates all of its U.S. investments will be eligible for the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC), and the company has already secured support at the local, state and federal level. This includes up to $6.4 billion in CHIPS Act direct funding to support the construction of two Idaho fabs and two New York fabs, as well as the construction and modernization of its Virginia fab. The state of New York has also made up to $5.5 billion available in Green CHIPS incentives over the life of the project. The new semiconductor fabrication facility in New York will increase domestic supply of leading-edge memory, create more than 50,000 New York jobs and represent the largest private investment in state history. Micron will design, build and operate the facility in accordance with its sustainability goals.

  • The Proposed Project will further the U.S. goal to expand domestic memory chip manufacturing capacity, restore American leadership in semiconductor manufacturing, and advance Micron’s leading-edge position in the development and manufacturing of DRAM memory chips.
  • Micron’s manufacturing investments will help reduce U.S. reliance on foreign production of both leading-edge and older generation microelectronics. The U.S. position within the semiconductor industry has been declining. According to the Semiconductor Industry Association, U.S. production of the world’s microchips fell from 37% in 1990 to 12% in 2020 and <2% of the world’s DRAM chips are produced in the U.S.
  • The Proposed Project aims to address economic and national security risks by building domestic capacity, to establish a network for semiconductor research and innovation centers, and to improve competitiveness and strengthen regional supply chain industries. Micron provides a unique and essential role in domestic production of leading-edge memory chips that are essential and high-volume components of the semiconductor industry. Upon completion, the Proposed Project would be the largest domestic producer of DRAM chips, which have crucial applications in military equipment, cybersecurity technology, the aerospace industry, artificial intelligence (AI), and other cutting-edge uses, as well as more common areas of the domestic consumer economy

  • The new Micron semiconductor fabrication facility is proposed for the Town of Clay, New York, at the White Pine Commerce Park (WPCP), an approximately 1,377-acre industrial park currently owned by the Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA). 
  • Micron will construct up to four (4) memory fabrication facilities (“fabs”), which will be built-out over an approximate 20-year period. Micron expects the fabs will be built in sequence, with construction of each fab starting as the preceding fab is being fit-out and operations begun so there is continuous construction.
  • Each fab is expected to occupy approximately 1.2 million square feet (sf) of land and contain approximately 600,000 sf of clean room space, and would be supported by central utility buildings, warehouse spaces, and product testing space. The Proposed Project would also include an approximate 38-acre parcel for a Rail Spur Site, and approximate 30-acre parcel for a childcare facility. The proposed Micron Campus will also include ancillary on-site electrical substations, water and wastewater pre-treatment and storage and industrial gas storage. The campus includes up to four (4) fabs and ancillary on-site support facilities, driveways, parking, an adjacent utility infrastructure site, a childcare site (located approximately two miles north of the campus) and connected off-site utility improvements to support operations.

  • Micron’s investment in the fabrication facility will advance the goals of the State of New York and OCIDA to enhance job growth in Central New York by promoting advanced manufacturing in the region.
  • The fabrication facility is anticipated to generate more than 50,000 New York jobs over more than a 20-year period, including 9,000 good-paying Micron jobs directly generated by the fabrication facility, 4,500 construction jobs and 40,000 indirect jobs.

  • Central New York offers a rich pool of diverse talent, including communities underrepresented in technology jobs. The region also has a significant military population which aligns with Micron’s goals for veteran hiring. New York provides partnership opportunities with local K-12 education programs and leading higher education institutions for top engineering and technical talent. Developing the workforce of the future is a critical priority for Micron. Micron is focused on training, attracting and retaining the best and brightest minds to continue America’s technology leadership, and looks forward to sharing further details on partnerships to achieve these goals.
  • Micron and the State of New York have announced a historic $500 million investment in community, education and workforce development over a more than 20-year period. Micron will invest $250 million in line with its commitment to the Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund. An additional $250 million is expected to be invested, with $100 million from New York, and $150 million from local, other state and national partners. This fund is intended to expand and train the workforce in the region, reduce barriers to employment and increase opportunities for all.

Micron is thrilled to build this new fabrication facility in New York, making the Empire State the location of the biggest leading-edge memory site in the U.S. There were multiple factors that made New York an ideal home for Micron’s new fabrication facility:

  • Central New York offers a rich pool of diverse talent, including communities underrepresented in technology jobs.
  • The area has much to offer for future Micron employees and families, including urban and outdoor lifestyles, an affordable cost of living and leading higher education institutions.
  • New York provides partnership opportunities with local K-12 education programs, community colleges and institutions for top engineering and technical talent.
  • The region also has a significant military population, which aligns with Micron’s goals for veteran hiring.
  • There is availability and access to carbon free, reliable power and water to achieve our long-term environmental goals.
  • New York has a long history of semiconductor development and manufacturing, allowing for an opportunity to expand to the memory sector.
  • There are opportunities to collaborate on research and development (R&D) initiatives, including with:
    • The Albany NanoTech Complex, a hub for R&D and workforce development programs, and
    • The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory in Rome, NY, which is focused on mission-critical R&D programs and military and defense readiness efforts.
  • The $5.5 billion in incentives from the state of New York over the life of the project are critical to support hiring and capital investment. In addition, Onondaga County is providing key infrastructure support for Micron’s new leading-edge semiconductor fabrication facility.

Micron will deliver on its sustainability framework for the design, construction and operation of our new facility, in line with the Green CHIPS program.

  • Micron aims to achieve 100% water reuse, recycling and restoration as well as use 100% carbon-free electricity at the new facility.
  • Additionally, the company plans to use green infrastructure and sustainable building attributes for the construction of the new fabrication facility to attain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold status.
  • Greenhouse gas emissions for the new facility will be mitigated and controlled by using state-of-the-art technology.
  • We will work to incorporate energy efficiency measures.
  • We will explore the use of green hydrogen – hydrogen formed through electrolysis powered by renewable electricity, without GHG emissions – to the extent feasible to displace/replace natural gas and gray hydrogen consumption.
  • Micron aims to achieve zero waste to landfill.

These efforts support Micron’s global sustainability goals. 

The public will have an opportunity to provide written or oral comments on the project through the environmental review process in compliance with New York’s State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) during the public comment period. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS) was released in June of 2025, and the agencies will hold a public hearing on July 24, 2025.

Micron expects to begin ground preparation in New York in calendar year 2025 following completion of state and federal environmental review processes. Construction will begin when the environmental review process concludes and a Record of Decision by the lead agencies has been issued.

We will work closely with the local community and government officials at the state and local levels to provide input and recommendations to assist in effectively managing potential impacts of construction, such as traffic. Micron has coordinated with the U.S. Federal Highway Administration, New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), Onondaga County and OCIDA, the Town of Clay, the Town of Cicero and other government stakeholders to prepare the assessment of traffic conditions at the regional and local levels. The Draft EIS identifies several proposed transportation improvements and a suggested timeframe for implementation.

The Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA) is the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) lead agency and CHIPS Program Office (CPO) is the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) lead agency. Micron, as the Project Applicant, has prepared a Draft EIS pursuant to SEQRA and NEPA. The Proposed Project has been evaluated for potential significant adverse effects to the area in accordance with applicable SEQRA and NEPA requirements. The Draft EIS considers short-term (construction) and long-term (operational) effects (including direct and indirect short-term (construction) and long-term (operational) effects) of the semiconductor fabrication facility. Cumulative impacts are also addressed, as applicable. The Draft EIS identifies proposed mitigation for any significant adverse environmental impacts.


See the SEQRA Scope for more information.

Resources

Draft SEQRA Scope of Work

Final SEQRA Scope of Work

Final SEQRA Scope of Work: Appendix B – Response to Comments