Google's carbon emissions surged 11% in 2022, reaching 11.5 million metric tons, distancing the company from its target of halving emissions by 2030. The report highlights that total emissions, including peripheral factors, exceeded 15 million metric tons. Despite a 12% reduction in data center emissions, the overall energy consumption continues to climb due to AI's demands. Alphabet acknowledges that factors such as evolving AI and slow carbon-free energy deployment are complicating its climate objectives, necessitating flexibility in their approach to sustainability.
Google's carbon emissions increased by 11% to 11.5 million metric tons in 2022, moving further from its 2030 sustainability goals amid rising energy needs.
Despite a 12% reduction in data center emissions, Google's overall carbon emissions are significantly higher than in 2019, which challenges its climate targets.
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