Google pledges to replenish more water than it uses at data centers by 2030
Google has announced its commitment to replenish more water than it consumes at its data centers by 2030. The company is investing in various water stewardship projects that will allow it to achieve this goal while addressing community concerns about water usage. With a significant investment in infrastructure and innovative cooling technologies, Google aims to balance its operational needs with environmental sustainability.
- ▪Google has expanded its water stewardship projects to include 165 initiatives across 97 watersheds.
- ▪The company plans to replenish 19 billion gallons of water annually by 2030, more than double its projected consumption for 2024.
- ▪Google is investing $17 million in projects in Georgia and Iowa to enhance wetlands and support local farmers.
- ▪In addition to replenishment efforts, Google is committing $500 million to update public water infrastructure.
- ▪The company will consider using air cooling technology in areas where water sources are at high risk.
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Big Tech Google Google pledges to replenish more water than it uses at data centers by 2030 The company has expanded its water stewardship projects. By Mariella Moon June 3, 2026 8:23 am EST LiftedFairingLLC/Shutterstock Google is expanding its water stewardship commitments, including investments in replenishment projects, to provide more water than it consumes at its data centers by 2030. The company now has 165 stewardship projects across 97 watersheds, which are expected to replenish 19 billion gallons a year by 2030. Google says that's more than double its consumption for 2024 and would allow the company to use more water over the coming years and still achieve its goal.
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