Google is no stranger to renewable energy. The search giant has previously invested in enhanced geothermal technology, smart grid ventures, electric cars, and wind power startups. But those investments all came from Google.org, the philanthropic arm of the company. Now, for the first time, Google Inc. has invested in renewable power as a way to “accelerate the deployment of the latest clean energy technology while providing attractive returns to Google and more capital for developers to build additional projects,” according to the Official Google Blog.
via Google Makes First Direct Investment in Utility-Scale Clean Energy | Fast Company.
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