Google's data center energy use doubled in four years
1. Google’s data centers consumed 30.8 million megawatt-hours in 2024. 2. Data centers represent 95.8% of Google's total electricity usage. 3. Google aims for 24/7 carbon-free energy, investing in renewables and nuclear. 4. Current renewable efforts match total consumption but face regional challenges. 5. Investment in geothermal and nuclear technologies is critical for future power needs.