2006

Google partnered with EI Solutions to build a 1.6MW solar energy system on its Mountain View campus . A significant installation for the solar industry at the time , this installation marked the beginning of Google ’ s commitment to on-site renewable energy .

2015

Google introduced Project Sunroof , a service that uses Google Maps data to help homeowners estimate the potential solar energy production and savings for their rooftops . This tool aims to accelerate residential solar adoption .

2007

Google announced its ambitious RE < C ( Renewable Energy Cheaper than Coal ) initiative , which aimed to invest directly in groundbreaking technologies that could transform the energy sector . Google invested millions in concentrating solar power developers , enhanced geothermal systems and hydrothermal drilling companies as part of the programme .

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