100% Renewable Is Just the Beginning
Summary
Google announces its 2017 achievement of 100% renewable energy for global operations, becoming the world’s largest corporate buyer of renewable power with 2.6 gigawatts.
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"Google will reach 100% renewable energy for our global operations — including both our data centers and offices — by 2017."
"We are the world’s largest corporate buyer of renewable power, with commitments reaching 2.6 gigawatts of wind and solar energy."
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This article from December 2016 marks a significant step in Google’s sustainability efforts, detailing their achievement of 100% renewable energy for global operations by 2017. The piece emphasizes the company’s leadership in purchasing renewable energy and its commitment to reducing carbon footprints through direct investments in wind and solar projects.