Google has invested millions of dollars in renewable energy. More specifically, in wind energy in the heart of the USA. This is from Google for the first time in Green IT assets current and thus ensures a clean profile.

Only today did Greenpeace The Green IT Report out which the Google less well in sections. However, Google has promised to improve – which is also in a timely announcement. Accordingly invested 38.8 million U.S. dollars (approximately € 30 million) Google in two huge wind farms, which produce 170 MW, together with enough power for 55,000 households.

The NextEra Energy Resources is enlarged wind energy supplier to the world. The wind turbines are in North Dakota, in the heart of the USA, measure all around 80 meters in height and there are 113 pieces – Thus, the area covers a vast area. Furthermore, the Wheels to 15% more efficient than previous techniques. to invest one more reason for Google, in this technique.

The fact that Google has always had a hand for green technology is also evident in past investment in eSolaror AltaRock(Geothermal energy) or just Makani Power (Wind power plants at high altitudes).

(source:googlewatchblog)