Can AI scale without escalating its environmental footprint? This episode dissects key takeaways from Google’s 2025 Environmental Report, spotlighting the company’s dual mission: powering AI innovation while reducing carbon emissions.
In this deep dive, we cover:
- How Google’s AI growth impacts electricity use and emissions
- Clean energy investments and breakthroughs in AI hardware efficiency
- The rise in Scope 3 emissions—and why it’s a tough nut to crack
- Bold bets on advanced nuclear, geothermal, and other moonshot solutions
- How AI is being used to drive sustainability across industries and communities
Perfect for climate-conscious technologists and eco-minded listeners who want the real story behind big tech’s green pledges.